AMERIOCA TEACHING
The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out. -Proverbs 18:15 NIV
EDUCATION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
My Teaching Philosophy
Now more than ever, we are living in a time where the future of our children is uncertain. For the first time in human history, teachers are being charged with preparing students for a world full of industries and lifestyles that may not even exist yet. I believe that it is indicative of the modern-day professor to provide their students with the tools to prepare for this unknown: growth not only in content, but development of person. As Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. said, "Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education."
I teach to instill values, to edify minds, and to carefully nurture the students entrusted to my care so they can be prepared for whatever life throws at them.
• KC Vogt (Prof. Amerioca) •
ABOUT ME
My name is Kyle Christian, but most people call me KC. I am an outgoing, sport-loving, dog-hugging gringo living and teaching in Rio de Janeiro. I am originally from the United States of America where I started my career in sales at a Fortune 500 company and then moved on to work for the police. These experiences helped me find my way to the classroom and made me the well-rounded, open-minded professor I am today. Since then, I've had many diverse experiences teaching both in bilingual schools and language courses in Brazil. I have demonstrated skills in...
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”