Teaching Philosophy Statement

A large group of students in the United States makeup a large population of English language learners. Students who are considered English language learners undergo many challenges in their education, and without the necessary support and resources from their educators it can make it hard for them to succeed. A teacher plays a significant role in the success of a child, and it is crucial for them to be able to provide the proper education to students whose first language is not English. It is also very important for teachers to understand the challenges that these students are facing. Having empathy towards the students allows for the teacher to create better connections and relationships to better help them. Educators also need to be aware

Creating an inclusive environment will benefit students in many ways. Being in an inclusive classroom myself, allowed me to feel more comfortable learning and asking questions as it felt as a safe space for everyone to learn with no judgment. I believe that every ELL student should have the privilege of seeing their classroom and educators as a safe space for making mistakes, overcoming obstacles, and learning from

But in order for these to be implemented, different materials are often necessary to teach certain topics in a way that will be beneficial and effective for students. Most often these materials come from the teachers themselves or donations, making it a challenge to obtain. Schools should be able to provide these resources for their educators as they are necessary in facilitating and supporting the education of ELL