Miss Gina
I became an early childhood educator because I believe that all children deserve equal opportunities. Children need attention and human interaction to develop strong communication skills. In a world full of iPads and smartphones children get very minimal undivided attention from adults. It is my duty to make each child feel important and feel like their ideas and emotions matter. I want children to be excited to tell me stories, and be able to mirror that excitement back at them. It is my job to make them feel safe, loved and help them build self confidence. I want each child in my care to feel comfortable talking to me and feel like when they speak to me, I hear their words, understand their requests and respond accordingly.
I believe that children learn and respond the best when they feel safe and comfortable. They retain more when they don't feel pressured to do so. The best way to teach and to portray important information is to get on their level, and structure lessons through age appropriate interactive play and hands on activities. This is absorbed best when children aren't conscious of your effort to teach.
There is no such thing as a cookie cutter child. All children learn at their own pace. Early childhood education is not a race or a competition of competency. What works for one child won't necessarily work for the next. My role is to provide each child with the tools for him or her to succeed, even if that means a different method or approach for each child. I play a support role, and encourage each child's best effort, individuality and creativity.
I am beyond grateful for the huge support system in my life. My parents and family are very involved and supportive of my goals. The majority of my time outside of the classroom is spent with my husband, Tony and my four children: Eliana, Ava, Anthony and Elivia.
I believe that children learn and respond the best when they feel safe and comfortable. They retain more when they don't feel pressured to do so. The best way to teach and to portray important information is to get on their level, and structure lessons through age appropriate interactive play and hands on activities. This is absorbed best when children aren't conscious of your effort to teach.
There is no such thing as a cookie cutter child. All children learn at their own pace. Early childhood education is not a race or a competition of competency. What works for one child won't necessarily work for the next. My role is to provide each child with the tools for him or her to succeed, even if that means a different method or approach for each child. I play a support role, and encourage each child's best effort, individuality and creativity.
I am beyond grateful for the huge support system in my life. My parents and family are very involved and supportive of my goals. The majority of my time outside of the classroom is spent with my husband, Tony and my four children: Eliana, Ava, Anthony and Elivia.