Teaching Philosophy
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My teaching philosophy is to teach by doing, develop leadership and personal growth, show students that agriculture is more than just farming, and provide a safe environment for students. I believe that learning by doing is one of the most effective ways to learn, and that is how I plan on teaching. I want my students to have the opportunity to gain hands on experiences that connect classroom concepts to real world problems. I will begin each lesson by going over a PowerPoint to introduce what we will be learning and how we will apply it. By the end of the lesson, I will take my students outside or into the shop to practice the skills for themselves.
I want my future students to feel that my classroom is a safe environment where they can learn and grow. It is important to me that I make my students feel valued and respected. I want my students to understand that they can take risks in their life without the fear of being judged. My goal is to build strong relationships where my students feel supported, confident, and motivated to succeed.
By helping students develop leadership skills and personal growth, they will begin to become well rounded individuals. I will make it my mission to ensure my students are always developing leadership skills. As a teacher, I want to be able to support my students in their personal growth, and I also want to grow as a person myself. It is important that everyone, no matter their age, continues to grow and challenge themselves every day.
Agriculture is more than farming. Agriculture includes fields of study such as animal science, plant science, mechanics, natural resources, food science, business, and leadership. By showing students the variety of opportunities within agriculture, I can show them how diverse and essential the industry is. This not only expands their knowledge but will also help them discover potential career paths they may have never considered because they didn’t know it existed in agriculture.
I will strive to be a lifelong learner to remain an effective teacher and grow alongside my students. I believe it is important to continue learning so I never fall behind on what is happening in the industry. Agriculture is changing every day, and it is my responsibility to stay up to date so I can share accurate and relevant information with my students. Being a lifelong learner will also model to my students that learning does not stop after graduation.
Classroom Expectations
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Treat classmates, animals, equipment, and facilities with respect at all times
Listen when others are speaking
Come prepared with required materials, assignments completed, and ready to learn
Take ownership of your actions and learning
Return borrowed tools and equipment to their proper place, clean and in good condition
Follow all safety protocols in the classroom, lab, and shop areas at all times
Actively participate in discussions, labs, and hands-on activities
Support and encourage your classmates during presentations and projects
Give your best effort on all assignments, projects, and SAE work
Represent your chapter and school professionally at competitions and events
Follow the dress code