I will look to my administrators for help since they will be the voices of experience. I know they will have their formal evaluations to do, but I sincerely hope that I will be open to their constructive criticism at any and all times. I am not shy, so I also believe I should ask for help whenever I feel it is needed. I think a good teacher should ask questions about curriculum, about methodology, about working with students. My teaching peers probably will not be my actual peers until I have their experience and expertise, but I would like to think that I am smart enough to ask for help and advice from them when I feel the need.
Many elementary schools work on the grade-level team concept.
I would welcome that support structure. As a new teacher, I do not think that I know all there is to know about teaching. I hope I am smart. Finally, my philosophy must include my knowledge about myself. I know I love to have fun, to work toward a goal, to enjoy each day, to spend time with family and friends, to work up a steamy sweat after a long run, and to relax with a cup of hot chocolate and a good book on a rainy day.