Woodland Whimsy

On December 4th, my mentor and I met for the fourth time this year. This month we discussed interviewing for jobs. My mentor has had experience with two interviews, one where there were a group of people went around and asked questions and the second were it was one on one. She advised me to do lots of research on the school before hand that way it shows that you are interested in the job. She also said that learning about the school culture is important. For example, when she was applying at central she mentioned the diversity that central is known for in some of her responses. She also suggested reviewing common questions asked in interviews, that way it's easier to respond to the types of questions they ask, even though they might not be the exact same. There are obvious things like dressing professional, being on time, and staying positive that we also discussed. Learning how to present myself in an interview has helped me to be better prepared for the real ones i will...

This year I observed a first, third, and seventh grade class at Gibbs Elementary School and Pulaski Heights Middle School. The teachers all applied various different methods, theories and philosophies of teaching in their classrooms, some of which we have learned in my Excel class. The teachers’ classes I observed focused on classroom culture, learner’s engagement and the different types of learners in their classes.  On October 8, 2019 I observed Mrs. Lacy’s 3rd grade class at Gibbs Elementary School. Though I’m sure I do not want to work with elementary aged kids in my future career, it was a great opportunity to learn different strategies and skills that enhance student learning in the classroom. When I walked into her classroom for the first time, I immediately took note of the seating arrangement. I knew that the seating charts were an important part of the teacher’s classroom. Mrs. Lacy’s desks were grouped into tables of four and moved the kids around a lot, this way t...