About Me
My name is Livia T. Pangelinan, and I am 31 years old. I was born and raised on the beautiful island of Saipan, in the middle of the Pacific. I am a senior at the Northern Marianas College, working towards my Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education. My dream is to teach in a classroom. In addition to my love for teaching, I also love to learn. I learn from the students and I hope they learn from me. Every day in the classroom is a new, unique experience for me, and I try my very best to make it just as special for students. The desire to teach is new to me, but I feel that my heart is just as dedicated to it as teachers who have been teaching for decades.
My Teaching Philosophy
I firmly believe that every child can learn. Whether the information is a small tidbit or a large chunk, any learning is an accomplishment. Teaching is a big responsibility. I agree with constructivism, which states that each child is in charge of his or her learning. Learning should be student centered, and teacher guided. A teacher's role in the classroom is to provide the necessary tools for the students' success. Developing a welcoming, safe, positive classroom culture is one way to maximize student achievement.
