Early Childhood Philosophies

1. As I start this class I hope that I will learn about the way infants and toddlers learn and grow. I want to make a difference in their lives, and be someone who encourages them to reach whatever goals and heights they require and more. I want them to be excited to come to school and succeed. I want to learn how to be a good teacher and mentor to little ones as they flourish into elementary-age students that have a knack and a desire for knowledge. I want to make plans, curriculums, and activities enable for a wonderful learning environment. I want to learn about their evolving academic needs and how to watch for potential issues. There are so many important areas that need attention during a child's early education; I want to be the teacher that aids in opening new doors to their future. …show more content…
When I walk into a place I have never been before or experience something for the first time I feel unsure and wary of the situation. I detest changes, and it takes me a while to warm up to new things. However, it really depends on the issue- if it affects my life in a substantial way, then I usually don't appreciate that change for a long time- if I ever even grow to accept it. If it's something that is relatively trivial in nature, then I will probably grow to accept it with the passage of time. This attitude is often a detriment to me when it comes to spontaneous activities and unplanned work projects. I try to get past this unfortunate feeling of disapproval for new things, but it can often be a challenge to overcome my natural tendency to shy away from it