My philosophy of teaching English
- Ms. Hanan Alomran

- Jul 6
- 4 min read
My philosophy of teaching English is to provide my students with a strong foundation and knowledge of English language and imparting in them. I would encourage students to strive for excellence in their studies and approach learning English as a lifelong endeavor. My pedagogical approach towards teaching English is founded upon the principles of providing my students with a solid grounding in the language while also cultivating a profound appreciation of its capacity to facilitate effective communication. I believe in fostering a spirit of excellence in my students and instilling in them a desire for continuous growth and development in their linguistic skills. To this end, I emphasize the importance of English language learning as a life-long pursuit.
My educational philosophy is rooted in the provision of rigorous and meaningful learning opportunities that cater to all levels of learners. Furthermore, I prioritize the allowance of adequate time for students to thoughtfully reflect and explore their knowledge. This is predicated on my belief that all students can attain educational success when provided with appropriate guidance and support. In the classroom, my role assumes that of a guide, mentor, and facilitator. As a guide, I provide direction and instruction to help students navigate their learning. As a mentor, I offer support, encouragement, and guidance to foster a positive and nurturing learning environment. As a facilitator, I encourage and enable active and experiential learning through the creation of a conducive and engaging classroom environment.
I believe in providing rigorous and meaningful learning experiences that are accessible to all levels of learners, as well as allowing enough time for students to thoughtfully reflect and explore. This kind of philosophy is embedded within the belief that all students can succeed in their educational endeavors if they are provided with the right guidance and support. In the classroom, my role assumes that of a guide, mentor, and facilitator. As a guide, I provide direction and instruction to help students navigate their learning. As a mentor, I offer support, encouragement, and guidance to foster a positive and nurturing learning environment. As a facilitator, I encourage and enable active and experiential learning through the creation of a conducive and engaging classroom environment.
According to my own experience, fostering a positive classroom climate that encourages deep exploration, open dialogue, and respect for diversity. Furthermore, I strive to develop and maintain strong teacher-student relationships, in order to ensure optimal success for each student. Planning should include collaboration between the teacher and students on a regular basis to ensure that students are engaged in the process. Feedback be both positive and constructive, allowing students to feel supported and motivated in their language development.
In my classroom, students are encouraged to explore their own creativity and express their understanding of the language through writing, discussing, and practicing. I have been always committed to help my students develop their understanding of all aspects of the English language. I believe that education and learning should be a collaborative and creative process and always keep reminding myself of what Ralph Waldo Emerson said: “learning should be a journey and not a destination “.
Personally, I never regret choosing teaching as a noble occupation to have. It filled my life with proudness and self-respect. Every day was a beginning of a new story, and every term was a new chapter in my noble novel that I write every day line by line. The teaching situation and the student interaction have never been the same, thus boringness and uselessness is not included in teacher’s dictionary when speaking about his / her job. As long as I went deep in my teaching adventure I recognized and admire being a major part of my students’ achievements on a tight scale which are national achievements when look at it on the bigger scale and base-stone of our vision as Saudis to keep going on the bright future path.
In order to promote creativity and encourage student expression, I often use various activities and assignments that allow my students to explore the language in a more personal and meaningful way. For example, I may assign creative writing projects or hold discussions that allow students to share their own perspectives on a given topic. Through these activities, students are able to not only improve their language skills, but also gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the language.
Assessing student progress in this area is also crucial to ensuring success. I use a variety of methods, including written assignments, oral presentations, and classroom discussions to evaluate student understanding and encourage further growth. By providing constructive feedback and setting achievable goals, I help my students to continuously improve their language abilities and develop their own unique voice.
In conclusion, my teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that all students can achieve success in their language learning journey when provided with the appropriate guidance, support, and opportunities. By fostering a positive classroom environment that encourages exploration, dialogue, and respect for diversity, I am able to empower my students to become lifelong learners and confident communicators. Through my own experience as a teacher, I have gained a deep sense of pride and satisfaction in helping my students reach their full potential, and I am committed to continuing this important work in the future.