IMMERSION - TEACH LIKE A PIRATE!

Are you a lifeguard (more focus) or a swimmer (total immersion)?

I think I mainly sway towards being a swimmer. Yes I may have the odd lesson where I stand back but most of the time I'm immersed in the learning with the children.

Interesting in this section...."Student's can feel it when you are truely present".

I wonder if the kids have noticed I haven't been truely present this week....having nits, I have to say my paranoid mind has been in action and it's constantly been on my mind. I'm pleased to say I had my hair checked today and she confirmed that they were all gone :)

This also made me think of the Bin it, Bag it, and Bring it approach that Donna and Glenys introduced us too. 

What are 2 things you can do in your classroom to make the swap from focus to immersion?

Testing - this is a time where I'm not immersed in the tasks set for the children. Where possible I try to complete my testing in my extra value added time / CRT etc.

Independent group tasks i.e maths / reading - Join in on an activity after taking a group / have a slot where I join in with the children on their independent activities.

"Total immersion. Your ability to completely give yourself up to the moment and fully "be" with your students is an awesome and unmistakably powerful technique".

PASSION - TEACH LIKE A PIRATE!

In your classroom what curriculum area are you passionate about teaching?

I am most passionate about teaching WRITING! 

 

I love providing opportunities for children to use their imagination, engage in new experiences, be creative and share their stories with others. I love listening to my student's stories. Seeing them smile, laugh and be so proud of their work. Every student has a different story to tell and each piece of writing is unique and tells a different story. 

Within your profession but not specific to curriculum area, what are you passionate about?

I'm passionate about being the best teacher I can be, building some of the best relationships with my student's and being their for those kids who need that someone special in their lives. I want to be a breath of fresh air for my students and make their learning environment a positive and safe environment. 

https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion#t-67213

Completely outside your profession, what are you passionate about?

I'm passionate about my family. I love having family time with my partner and my wee boy. I enjoy renovating our house and moving forward together.

Art, craft, craft markets...

Cooking, baking....etc

Oh and gardening :)

I LOVED....

"It's about helping the next generation fulfill their potential and become successful human beings. It's no longer about memorising facts; it's about inspiring greatness." P.g 10

"no matter where they start in life, or how low they fall, they can still, through the power of self-education and their own efforts, rise to greatness." P.g 10.

"Passion is all about being on fire in front of your class." P.g 12