II.+Philosophy+of+Gifted+Education

My teaching philosophy states that I believe in challenging and supporting learning through interests, learning styles, curriculum plans, and the integration of all subjects and technology. As a Gifted Specialist, I also believe in collaboration, professional development, and support for general education teachers within my school setting. It is essential to establish a broad communication between all educators to promote the success and acceleration of a child's learning and development. Successful Gifted Education involves students, teachers, and parents as well as the Gifted Specialist; in short, exceptional collaboration for ultimate achievement.

A Gifted Education program should strive to meet not only the academic needs of its students, but also the affective and socio-emotional needs. I believe that instruction and collaboration should contain equivalent amounts of a State Course of Study Curriculum Plan or Pacing Guide and affective/concept-based curriculum. Our Gifted student populations need a well-rounded support system, team, and curriculum.