Through the classes I have taken at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and my experiences in the classroom, I have developed a certain personal philosophy of teaching that will be implemented in my future classrooms. I will be a consistent and dependable part of my students’ lives by the fact that I will be present, as well as attempting to always find the perfect balance between mentor and friend. As an educator, I feel that it is my duty to create the most welcoming environment possible for any potential students. I believe that when a student is comfortable in their learning place, they are at their most receptive point to the information being delivered. In addition, it is imperative, in my opinion, to create the closest possible