Teaching Philosophy
The role of the modern educator requires classroom teachers to be reflective and adaptive to the continually evolving profession.
I am pursuing a career in teaching, as I possess a strong desire and the professional capabilities to make profoundly positive impacts on all students’ through academic, physical, social and emotional education. I am currently completing a Master of Teaching - Special Education at Flinders University, and will transition into the teaching profession in January 2016.
Drawing upon my experience working in a boarding house and OSHC facility, where effective relationships underpin the entire position, my strength in working with children is my approachable nature and ability to connect with all students.
I believe that a fundamental basis for effective teaching is understanding the true diversity and unique student-learning profiles within a classroom, and using this knowledge to develop trusting relationships with all students. Students have a wide range of interests, readiness levels and are all developmentally unique. Therefore, differentiation of education is an essential tool that I utilize to ensure students can master new challenges, whilst working in their zone of proximal development within the Australian Curriculum.
Establishing a supportive environment also plays a pivotal role in student learning. I strive to foster an inclusive and positive setting that encourages students to take chances at achieving success, knowing they will be supported every step of the way. Embedded within the success of a learning environment are positive parent-teacher relationships. For this reason all parents and relevant stakeholders are encouraged to be active participants in their child’s learning.
In addition to an understanding of successful teaching pedagogy, I also support the evolving nature of education. I am a firm believer that as educators, we learn and grow significantly from teaching students. In order to continue my professional progression, it is necessary to use knowledge and feedback to reflect upon my methods, and combine these outcomes with professional development to continually inform my teaching.
Benjamin Regester