TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
As a therapist venturing into teaching, my philosophy is rooted in the belief that education, like therapy, thrives on empathy, respect, and authenticity. In my classroom, I aim to center student needs, ensuring that my teaching style and content are attuned to their developmental stages and individual learning styles. I strive to create a warm, inclusive environment that encourages students to explore and express their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. Recognizing the limits of my own expertise, I approach teaching with humility, inviting collaboration and dialogue that enrich both my students’ learning and my own growth. At the same time, I am committed to providing the structure and support necessary to guide students through their academic journey, empowering them to build confidence and achieve their educational goals.
Examples of Student’s Evaluation of My Teaching at University of Iowa
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE
PSQF:7457 Advanced Group Leadership Experience
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary Instructor: Dr. Mallory Bolenbaugh; Dr. Martin Kivlighan
• Held weekly office-hours to assist students answering questions on textbook, quizzes, tests, and exams
• Led an experiential group therapy sessions to facilitate group therapy learning and application
PSQF:4143:0EXV Introduction to Statistical Methods
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary Instructor: Dr. Brandon LeBeau
• Critiqued assignments and provided written and oral feedbacks to undergraduate and graduate students
• Held weekly office-hours to assist students answering questions on textbook, quizzes, tests, and exams
• Led group sessions to facilitate statistical packages learning and application
PSQF:6243:0003 Intermediate Statistical Methods
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary Instructor: Dr. Lesa Hoffman
• Assisted professor to facilitated graduate student’s understanding of statistical concepts
• Held weekly discussion section and office-hours to assist students answering questions on lectures, assignments, and tests.
• Taught student using R package perform statistical procedures in group discussion
PSQF:4143:0EXV Introduction to Statistical Methods
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary Instructor: Dr. Brandon LeBeau
• Collaborated to develop the class syllabus and assignments for undergraduate and graduate students
• Participated in class sessions and assisted students in understanding concepts
• Graded assignments and provided written and oral feedbacks
• Held weekly office-hours to assist students answering questions on textbook, quizzes, tests, and exams
PSQF:6243:0002 Intermediate Statistical Methods
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary Instructor: Dr. Walter Vispoel
• Collaborated to develop the class syllabus and assignments for graduate students
• Assisted professor developing quizzes and activities to facilitated student’s understanding of statistical concepts
• Graded assignments and provided written and oral feedbacks
• Held weekly office-hours to assist students answering questions on textbook, quizzes, tests, and exams and using SPSS and R package perform statistical procedures
PSQF:6243:0001 Intermediate Statistical Methods
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary Instructor: Dr. Walter Vispoel
• Collaborated to develop the class syllabus and assignments for graduate students
• Participated in class sessions and assisted students in understanding concepts
• Graded assignments and provided written and oral feedbacks
• Held weekly office-hours to assist students answering questions on textbook, quizzes, tests, and exams
• Developed videos through Panopto to teach students using SPSS and G*Power package perform statistical procedures