I believe that learning can come easily, given the right conditions.
Students need to be in a safe, relaxing and engaging environment with access to a wide range of materials that are carefully selected to the needs of the learners and aims of a lesson. As well as this, students deserve a teacher who is knowledgeable, creative and is able to inspire, guide and enthuse, regardless of a students' ability or reason for learning. Within such an environment, a strong working relationship between the student and teacher can be formed, and not only can learning take place, but it will do so in a way that students' can enjoy.
I aim to create this environment through dedication, passion and integrity, allowing learning to continue outside of the classroom with a friendly open door policy. My lessons are tailored to the needs of students; they are challenging, but not a struggle, fun but not irrelevant and structured but not restrictive. I promote interaction and expression in the classroom and instil confidence; celebrating curiosity and self discovery, creating a place where students love to learn. |