What you will see in my classroom? The first thing you will
notice is my love for children. I knew I wanted to be a teacher since I
was 7. It was actually a toss up between that and an actress. I
think I chose the better career. Few people can say they truly love their
jobs. I do. I always have, and always will.
After more than
30 years in the classroom (24 in third grade) I like to think I know what I am
doing. That is not to say that I know everything, because I don't.
I am what is called a life-long learner.
You will also see that I have a large collection of books. I
love books. I love reading, and my goal is to have my entire class love
reading, as well. Once a child finds a book that he or she can't put down
and/or wait until a sequel comes out, the hardest part of reading is over.
My lessons are hands-on, and not only in science. I have a
collection of manipulatives, science equipment, and just things you can only
find in a teacher's room. These are not for looks, but items we will use
throughout the year.
I have high expectations, as I have found I get out of my students
exactly what I expect. "I can't" is not allowed in my
room.
I spend a lot of time at the beginning of creating a classroom
family and going over procedures.
