children rediscover and
have strength in their voice. My philosophy of education
combined with my individual strengths, continually challenges
me to strive for the synergy that exists between the student
and teacher. I am a goal oriented individual who has a
deep compassion for others, a multitude of different learning
experiences, and an inner drive to continue the quest for
knowledge. Both on a professional level and on a personal
level - my goal and desire to help rediscover and have
strength in their voice.
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My compassion
for others allows me the opportunity to be both a powerful
and effective educator. The ability not only to listen,
but to hear others is an important attribute I possess.
The security created by my genuine want to hear the child
establishes an environment conducive for academic risk
taking and learning.
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The student feels free to continually
challenge himself/herself even in the face of failure.
By allowing the child to be heard, confidence in self and
capabilities is promoted, igniting the fires of passion
to learn within the heart and mind of the student.
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Through my desire to understand others,
I become an instrumental factor in promoting the harmonious
development of the whole child. The world has offered me
an endless sea of experience and opportunity.
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I have been fortunate
to savor success as a world class athlete, feel the wind
wisp through my hair as a professional pilot, and sense
the heartfilled pride associated with being a life long
learner and educator.
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Being a multifaceted and
multidimensional individual adds uniqueness to my approach
in teaching, to my understanding of the talents others
possess, and to the individual needs associated different
learning styles. Human beings live their lives to the fullest
by adding to the quality and meaning of their own experiences
and I try utilizing my experiences to enhance the lives
of others as well as help others realize their own opportunity.
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With each class I teach
or child that I tutor, I am reminded of my love to learn
and how much I am motivated by the process of learning.
Believing that I not only teach the children, but that
the children teach me, I often reflect upon and assess
my teaching goals and strategies.
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Appreciating and valuing the constructive
advice and ideas of others, I take it upon myself to observe
others teach and have others watch me teach as well. I
am grateful the journey as a learner never ends leaving
the door open to continual growth.
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With enthusiasm and dedication, I accept
the responsibility I have as a teacher to be a model of
moral, intellectual, and social growth for my students.
This commitment combined with the value I place on the
process of learning will allow me to be a credit to the
program at St.Louis University. Your consideration of my
desire and qualifications to become a part of the SLU community
is greatly appreciated.
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