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I view a teaching philosophy as a living document. Just as theories and understanding of the learning process change, so
must a teaching philosophy. A well-formed and caring teacher must be open to new concepts and be willing to
incorporate them into her teaching philosophy in order to better herself as an educator and to be able to offer her
students the best educational opportunities.
    As a teacher, I feel that my education is an on-going process. Unlike many other professional fields, teaching is an
area that requires constant update of skills. I need to stay cognitive of the changes in education and learn how to
properly use them in my classroom. I also will learn from my students because their learning is my main goal.
Understanding my students by recognizing their learning habits will help me to create a secure and caring environment in
which they can succeed without fear. I want students to develop a love of life long learning and know they are capable
of becoming whatever they desire.
    To me, each student that walks through my door is an unfinished book. They have chapters of knowledge they
learned prior to my class but now it is my job to add another chapter that will build on that knowledge. I take this
responsibility very seriously because it is what is taken away from my class that will help shape their futures. I've always
thought that a good education is the stepping stone to a great future. A good education that shapes a student's future
does not reflect only courses he may take in high school or college that will lead to a career, but starts in the elementary
school classroom. It is here that the foundation is created to support further learning. A teacher that fails to support that
foundation is failing her student.
    There are so many parts of the foundation that must fit into place while in elementary school in order for the student to
become a successful and productive member of society. As part of the educational community that a student is exposed
to, I will do my part to make sure the student receives a strong foundation. This is not limited to students only in my
class. I believe that as a teacher I represent the whole school and will be available to any student. Students at the
elementary level need to learn they can have independence, that it is okay to fail but have the courage to find out why,
and that each success no matter how small is greatly important. I want to help create well rounded students who are not
only learning grade level curriculum but are confident and have the skills to develop into productive members of society.

Thanks,
Claudia.

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