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Courtney Kingsley - First Grade Teacher
Years at Ryan and grade levels taught: I have been part of the Ryan
staff since 2007. I have taught first grade.
Years as an Educator in other schools and assignments: I have been
teaching since 2001. I have taught third grade in Illinois for two years,
first and second grade in Brighton 27J for four years.
University/colleges attended and degrees conferred: I graduated
from Elmhurst College, in Elmhurst Illinois, with a Bachelors degree.
I graduated from the University of Colorado at Denver with a master’s in
Curriculum and Instruction with an ESL endorsement.
Personal Teaching Philosophy:
I have been an educator since 2000, and can confidently state that my
Philosophy of Education is still transforming. Each year I have welcomed new
learners into my classroom. These learners have had different strengths and
needs, and have required differentiated lessons and activities to be
successful. It is my job as an educator to provide my learners with the
best, most effective learning environment possible so the utmost learning
can occur in the short amount of time that I have my students. My teaching
strategies; modeled and direct instruction, small and whole group
activities, partners, group and independent work, will vary according to the
type of lessons that I am engaging my learners in. I believe that all
students can be successful when learning. I model desired behavior, and plan
effective and stimulating lessons and activities that will challenge the
minds of my learners. My lessons that are taught in my classroom will be
aligned with the Colorado state standards, as well as district standards.
The objectives for my lessons will be displayed clearly so my learners will
be able to take responsibility for their own learning. By having meaningful
conversations, my students will be able to make connections between what is
being learned and how it relates to their lives outside the classroom.
I will develop relationships will all my learners and interact with my
students regularly. I will provide my learners with a rich, safe environment
that fosters authentic activities. I will graciously accept feedback from
others on how I can improve as an educator. I will continue my own learning
by participating in professional development activities. I will plan and
administer authentic assessments, and encourage language development through
discussions and class activities. Assessments will be used to drive
instruction. I believe in teamwork and working collaboratively with others
to prepare efficient lessons and activities. I will encourage and welcome
parent support in my classroom. I believe that parent support is a necessity
to the academic success of children. I will reflect on my Philosophy of
Education regularly to ensure that my Philosophy of Education continues to
be a working and living document in my teaching practices. My Philosophy of
Education will continue to change over time as a result of future
experiences that I will be engaged in.
Hobbies, interests, personal info:
My husband and I moved to Colorado, from Illinois, in 2003. My husband also
teaches in Boulder. He is the head wrestling coach and history teacher at
Boulder High School. When we are not teaching, we love to mountain bike with
our standard poodle named Shane. I also enjoy working out. Over my summer
vacations I compete in triathlons. You may see me swimming in the Boulder
Reservoir this summer, or running the Bolder Boulder!! I also like to lift
weights, do pilates, and run in 5K races. I am a life-long learner, and am
always looking for ways to challenge myself.
Updated September 28, 2007 |
