I am forever grateful for the many educators in my own life who inspired and assisted me in overcoming barriers, challenged me to grow, and modeled passionate teaching. Because of these incredible individuals and my own personal goals, I view the role of professor as more than just a guide to a particular subject. Rather, as a professor I aim to do my best to galvanize a chain reaction of positive growth among students and the individuals they in turn interact with. I never want to take for granted the privilege it is to teach, and the opportunity awarded to me as a teacher to invest in the growth of my community and world.

Before beginning to teach, I like to focus on understanding students and forming positive relationships, so students feel comfortable asking questions and collaborating in discussions. I believe the primary roles of an educator are to engage students in the learning process, model professional relationships, inspire inquiry, and encourage students to become the best they can be. I am very much in favor of infusing the classroom with fun, experiential, and creative learning activities. I enjoy lecturing and structuring my classroom in a way that serves the diverse needs of students. My goals as an educator are to be innovative, challenging, conscientious, and compassionate. If students leave my class with new skills and resources, I’ve done my job. If students leave my class feeling motivated, confident, and appreciated for who they are, I’ve reached my goals.

Teaching demo found here: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7fCK5y22Vc