As a second grade teacher I firmly believe that every child is entitled to an enriching education, respect and professionalism. My goal as a teacher is to motivate students to uncover their inner strengths, abilities and discover activities that truly inspire them. I aim to provide my students a learning environment that fosters confidence and encourages students to reach their full potential. I believe that effective learning requires collaboration between teachers, students and parents grounded in mutual respect and trust. As a second grade teacher, I provide opportunities for my students to learn through differentiating methods and a personalized learning approach to meet each student's needs.