My name is Brendan Fleming. I am 37 years old. I live in Park Forest Illinois. I am married with no children. I coach wrestling at Rich East High School. I have previously been employed as a paraprofessional for 10 years. I have been working with students in grades Kindergarten through 12th. Most of my experience has been working with students with disabilities; mainly social emotional and behaviors.
My philosophy for learning is that each child is unique, and each child learns in a different way. One of my jobs as a teacher is to help my students discover his or her individuality. I believe in hands-on experiences, learning creatively, and learning through doing. I recognize my students are not receptacles for information. It is my goal to create a community of learners who are committed to working hard and having fun. I want my students to understand their learning style, and take ownership in the learning process. I want to equip my students with techniques to allow them to find answers to their questions. I want students to leave my classroom feeling confident that they can apply what they’ve learned in school to real-life situations. I want my students to feel challenged and to have an enhanced passion for learning.
My goal is to create a positive learning environment for my students by collaborating with all staff. I want to create relationships and experiences that will benefit my students, my co-workers, and myself. One of my strengths is the professionalism I have developed by working in multiple schools with a variety of students. My ability to create a rapport with students has allowed me to manage a classroom effectively. I can coach and referee any sport or run intramural activities. I have a “green” thumb and enjoy gardening/landscaping. I love science, history, and music. My vinyl collection has reached over 5,000 records.
I create an enthusiastic, positive environment among students and staff. I engage students in activities with current techniques introduced through my education at Governor’s State University. Having been a paraprofessional for a long time, I recognize my role as a leader. My experience as a paraprofessional has acquired me skills in classroom management. During my education from Governors State University, I have developed my pedagogical skills, and this combination has made me an effective teacher. I am very excited to be a part of your community and look forward to being part of your community while in your school.
Sincerely,
Brendan Fleming
My philosophy for learning is that each child is unique, and each child learns in a different way. One of my jobs as a teacher is to help my students discover his or her individuality. I believe in hands-on experiences, learning creatively, and learning through doing. I recognize my students are not receptacles for information. It is my goal to create a community of learners who are committed to working hard and having fun. I want my students to understand their learning style, and take ownership in the learning process. I want to equip my students with techniques to allow them to find answers to their questions. I want students to leave my classroom feeling confident that they can apply what they’ve learned in school to real-life situations. I want my students to feel challenged and to have an enhanced passion for learning.
My goal is to create a positive learning environment for my students by collaborating with all staff. I want to create relationships and experiences that will benefit my students, my co-workers, and myself. One of my strengths is the professionalism I have developed by working in multiple schools with a variety of students. My ability to create a rapport with students has allowed me to manage a classroom effectively. I can coach and referee any sport or run intramural activities. I have a “green” thumb and enjoy gardening/landscaping. I love science, history, and music. My vinyl collection has reached over 5,000 records.
I create an enthusiastic, positive environment among students and staff. I engage students in activities with current techniques introduced through my education at Governor’s State University. Having been a paraprofessional for a long time, I recognize my role as a leader. My experience as a paraprofessional has acquired me skills in classroom management. During my education from Governors State University, I have developed my pedagogical skills, and this combination has made me an effective teacher. I am very excited to be a part of your community and look forward to being part of your community while in your school.
Sincerely,
Brendan Fleming
Rich East High School Wrestling Park Forest, Illinois 2014-2015
James Hart Junior High Issac Walton Water Quality Study Homewood, Illinois 2015
