As I finish my second year at Dumont High School, I am thankful to the various groups of students and teachers that have included me in their academic and professional lives. This year I began working with the Pride Alliance student organization. I think it is important for all students, not just those who feel the need for a support group, to see that an older, ex cop, respects and supports the rights of people who may feel disenfranchised.
I've also volunteered my time for the Teacher Vs. Teacher Basketball game and took on the responsibility of teaching three bedside students via google meet.
I think this year's observations show that I welcome suggestions on improving my teaching and work to constantly hone my craft and apply the recommendations of earlier observations.
At the beginning of this year, I had been cautioned about several students who struggled with behavior issues as freshmen. I was careful to establish a rapport with those students as well as creating fair and firm boundaries for them. I consistently made the students goals a part of their decision process. "How do you want this to play out?" was a quietly asked question that allowed the student some introspection. Looking back on the year, I think it was important to provide friendly guidance to those students because they have shown personal growth in the classroom.
I continue to enjoy teaching World History-Honors, In my last school, I taught AP History and I enjoyed the higher level of classroom conversations that That class provided. I'm now enjoying teaching the basic skills needed for these freshmen to succeed at higher level classes. I also enjoy the positive energy that these students bring into the classroom. In All my classes, at all levels this year, I think my students are learning to enjoy being lifelong learners.
I've also volunteered my time for the Teacher Vs. Teacher Basketball game and took on the responsibility of teaching three bedside students via google meet.
I think this year's observations show that I welcome suggestions on improving my teaching and work to constantly hone my craft and apply the recommendations of earlier observations.
At the beginning of this year, I had been cautioned about several students who struggled with behavior issues as freshmen. I was careful to establish a rapport with those students as well as creating fair and firm boundaries for them. I consistently made the students goals a part of their decision process. "How do you want this to play out?" was a quietly asked question that allowed the student some introspection. Looking back on the year, I think it was important to provide friendly guidance to those students because they have shown personal growth in the classroom.
I continue to enjoy teaching World History-Honors, In my last school, I taught AP History and I enjoyed the higher level of classroom conversations that That class provided. I'm now enjoying teaching the basic skills needed for these freshmen to succeed at higher level classes. I also enjoy the positive energy that these students bring into the classroom. In All my classes, at all levels this year, I think my students are learning to enjoy being lifelong learners.
