SESSION 1:

MANDATE, VISION, MISSION, CORE VALUES (VMV), AND

STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS
C. Pre-Test
You are given different courses of actions or situations. Tell whether each statement is
relating to:
A. Deped’s Mandate
B. Vision
C. Mission
D. Core Value
E. Strategic Direction

Write the letter of your answer on the space provided before each number.
__c__ 1. Teachers facilitate learning and constantly nurture every learner.
__d__ 2. Abide by the rules of the school, community, and country.
__a__ 3. Make education accessible to all.
__a__ 4. DepEd formulates, implements, and coordinates policies, plans, programs,
and projects.
__e__ 5. Modernize educational management and governance.
__b__ 6. DepEd, a learner-centered institution, continuously improves itself to
better serve its stakeholders.
__d__ 7. Engage oneself in worthwhile spiritual activities.
__e__ 8. Improve quality and relevance of education.
__c__ 9. Students learn in a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and motivating
environment.
__a__ 10. Supervise all elementary, secondary education institutions including
Alternative Learning System.

F. Activities and Assessment

1. In what specific ways can you contribute to the attainment of the DepED mandate in
the following areas?

Implementation of policies, plans, programs, and projects in:

Formal Basic Education:
Be an agent of education who follows the policies, sticks with the plans and programs
of the DepeEd.

Alternative Learning System:

Keeps the ALS learners then build supportive environment that could meet their
immediate needs and teach them learning strategies that they can use in the near future.

2. What can you do as a beginning teacher to:

Promote quality education?

In education, teacher is a key element to educational quality because they orchestrate
instructional interactions with and between learners around academic content, and these
classroom interactions-in an ideal world-influence pupil learning.
As a beginning teacher, I will familiarize myself first with the Department of Education.
 I must put first in my mind and heart the mandate mission, vision, core values and the
strategic direction of Deped to ensure that I am promoting quality of education as the
department wants to. I will also make sure that I will be doing the best that I could in
preparing and delivering substantial lessons. I will also create an environment that is
conducive for the pupils to learn.

Make education accessible to all?

I will make this profession my passion so that I can serve the people with all my heart
through ensuring that I am always at reach by everyone who needs to be educated. I can
also give some of my spare time to the Out-of-School Youths to let them experience as
well the teaching and learning process. Making education accessible to all means that I will
extending my service to the different kinds of learners.

3. Answer the following questions based on the readings above:

As a teacher, how do you encourage your students:

To discover their full potential that may contribute for the betterment of
the society?

For learners to discover their full potentials, they should appreciate first the process of
learning and the positive contribution it could bring not only their lives but also in the
society. Therefore, teachers shall find a way to access the learners’ affective area, which
can be done by providing them activities that suit their interest and needs.

To apply the competencies prescribed in the curriculum?

I will make sure first that they thoroughly understand what the competencies are and
why these are needed. Upon doing so, they must put in heart and mind that these must be
met and applied not just inside the classroom but outside also. I will be providing them
well-planned instructional delivery which does not solely give them information but also
lifelong learning skills.

To reflect and evaluate their home- and culture-based values?

I let my learners evaluate the home and cultural values of other countries using audio-
visual materials; let them see the differences of each country have. After that, they will
reflect on the foundation of home and cultural values of the Philippines to its relation to
their own.

Which among your specific roles/functions as a teacher can signify your

responsibility among your students and people in the community?
Promoting quality education and making it accessible to everyone. The aforementioned
signifies my responsibility among the learners and the people in the community foe these
are the be-all and end-all of teaching. Delivering substantial instruction to all kinds of
learners and extending my service to everyone are indeed my vital functions.

What plans do you have as a teacher to achieve the learner-centered philosophy?

To achieve the learner-centered philosophy, I have to make my learners the heart of my
teaching and learning process. I will make sure that my classroom discussion is suitable to
all my learner by being aware of their needs, differences, goals, wants, and aspirations in
life.
 What can you do to better serve the learners in relation to learner-centered
philosophy?
I can better serve the learners in relation to learner-centered philosophy by knowing
each and everyone of my learners deeply. I have to well-equpped them with skills and
knowledge in accordance with their needs and wants.

How can you foster partnership and extend linkages to your stakeholders?
I can foster partnership and extend linkages to my stakeholders by including them in the
preparation of my classroom goals and objectives. I will also involve them in activities
wherein they can contribute to the holistic development of the pupils.

4. Students learn in a child-friendly, gender sensitive, safe, and motivating environment.

What can you contribute to ensure a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and

motivating environment?
To ensure a child-friendly, gender sensitive, a safe, and motivating environment, I can
create a learning environment which is conducive and inclusive. I have to make sure that it
is accommodating to the needs of the different kinds of learners that I will be teaching.

How do you address the uniqueness of each learner?

To address the uniqueness of each learner, I have to adhere to Howard Gardner’s
Multiple of Intelligences theory which proves that all students are different from one
another, I can also address this by giving differentiated tasks which encompass the needs of
every learner that I have.

How do you ensure an enabling and supportive environment for effective learning to
happen?
To ensure an enabling and supportive environment for effective learning to happen, I
will make my learners feel that they are in the learning environment where they can always
be motivated to study and learn. I will also extend my service even outside the classroom to
ensure effective learning.

What are some ways to develop lifelong-learners?

To develop lifelong-learners, we have to make sure that the various instructional
deliveries that will be provided to them are well-planned. They have to be given
differentiated tasks wherein they can use the competencies needed for real-life application.
We do not just teach them what to learn, but how to learn.

5. My Philosophy in Teaching
State briefly your philosophy in teaching which spells your vision in entering the teaching
profession towards effective, learner-centered and meaningful teaching experience. It must
be something you believe that will drive you to success and to being a meaningful agent of
change to students and your community.

I believe that all learners are entitled of quality education regardless of their status in
life. This is the sole role why I want to promote quality education and make accessible to
 everyone.

6. Vision Sharing (write your vision and share your thoughts about it to your co-
teacher)
VISION Sharing
Make a vision board based on the following question:
How do you see your learners 10 years from now?

I can see that they already senior graduates or still in college studying equipped with the
skills that they need in real-world.

7. What strategies do you intend to apply a learner-centered philosophy to ensure the

attainment of your vision?
I intend to apply a learner-centered philosophy to ensure the attainment of my vision
through equipping them with the 21st century skills that K-12 curriculum is aiming. I also
have to let them realize first what they want in life before I can help them in providing
what they want.

8. Concept Mapping. Using the terms written inside the box, label the following schema
appropriately in order to come up with a Concept Map showcasing the DepEd
Operational Priorities.

Mandate

Vision Mission

Learners

Core Strategic
Values Directions

9. Realigning of Personal Vision to DepEd’s Mandate, VMV and Strategic Directions

Now that you have completely understood the guiding principles of DepED, revisit
and examine your stated philosophy in teaching or personal vision in Activity 1. Should
you find your own vision inconsistent with that of DepEd’s organizational principles, make
necessary revisions, polish, and finalize it.
10. Vision Attainment

Quality education for all which will produce learners who

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G. Reflection

After going through this lesson, (DepEd Mandate, Vision, Mission, Core Values, and
Strategic Directions), answer in your journal the following questions:

1. In what concrete ways has this session helped you become a more
agentive teacher in promoting “learner-centered” teaching?

It has reminded me to make the learners the heart of the teaching-learning process. It
has helped me to be motivated in knowing each and everyone of them to know their
needs and wants in life.

2. How has this session helped you clarify your vision and motive in serving your
learners better and in promoting a learner-centered environment for them?

This session has helped me clarify my vision and motivate to the learner-centered
philosophy. It has taught me to align my instructional delivery to the needs of my
learners.

3. What is the impact of the Department Mandate, VMV and Strategic Directions
in your vocation as a teacher? How can your understanding of DepEd’s
Mandate and VMV provide impact to your work as a teacher?
 These have helped me realize how vital my function is in building the nation,
promoting quality education, and producing pupils who well-equipped with life-long
learning skills. Thus, it rekindled the passion burning within me in aspiring to
become a committed teacher.

4. What are your personal beliefs and values that are aligned with the DepEd’s
VMV?

I believe that everyone is entitled to have quality education and that we should
produce pupils who possess the core values of DepEd.

5. How can you contribute to improve quality and relevance in education?

I can contribute in improving the quality and relevance of education by being

reminded of my vision so that I can always align everything that I do inside the class.

Post-Test

Tell whether the following statements are relating to:

A. Deped’s Mandate
B. Vision
C. Mission
D. Core Value
E. Strategic Direction

Write the letter on the space provided before each number.

__D__ 1. Engage oneself in worthwhile spiritual activities.
__B__ 2. DepEd, a learner-centered institution, continuously improves itself to
better serve its stakeholders.
__E__ 3. Modernize educational management and governance.
__A__ 4. DepEd formulates, implements, and coordinates policies, plans,
programs, and projects.
__C__ 5. Teachers facilitate learning and constantly nurture every learner.
__A__ 6. Supervises all elementary, secondary education institutions including
Alternative Learning System.
__A__ 7. Make education accessible to all.
__D__ 8. Abides by the rules of the school, community and country.
__C__ 9. Students learn in a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and motivating
environment.
__E__ 10. Improve quality and relevance of education.
 SESSION 2:
DEPED ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
AND SCHOOL PROCESSES

C. Pre-Test

Each box at the left column contains positions at the central, regional, and schools’ division
offices of DepEd. Arrange the positions from highest to lowest based on your knowledge.
Write your answers on space provided.

Central Office

Central Office

Assistant Secretary, Secretary

Bureau Director,
Secretary, Undersecretary
Undersecretary,
Chief Education Assistant Secretary
Supervisor
Bureau Director

Chief Education
Supervisor
 Chief, Regional Director

Chief, Regional Assistant Regional

Director, Legal Director
Officer IV Education Program
Administrative Supervisor
Officer V, Assistant
Supervising Administrative
Regional Director,
Officer
Education Program
Supervisor, Administrative Officer
Supervising
Administrative
Legal Officer IV
Officer, Accountant
III
Accountant III

School Division Office

Schools Division Superintendent

Administrative Officer V, Assistant Schools Division

Superintendent
Legal Officer IV,
Schools Division District Superintendent
Superintendent,
, District Supervisor
Chief Education Supervisor,
Education Program Education Program
Supervisor
Supervisor,
Senior Education Program
Assistant Schools Division Specialist
Superintendent, District Administrative Officer V
Supervisor, Senior Education
Program Specialist Legal Officer IV
F. Activities and Assessment
Activity 1. The statements below are powers, duties, and functions of the National (N)
Level, Regional (R) Level, Division (D) Level, Schools District (SD) Level and School
(S) Level. Read them carefully and put a check mark on the appropriate box on who is
responsible for exercising such.

Leve
Powers, Duties, and Functions N R Dls SD S
Formulating educational policies /
Promoting awareness of and adherence by all schools and
learning center to accreditation standards prescribed by the /
Secretary of Education
Promulgating educational standards /
Offering educational programs, projects, and services
which provide equitable opportunities for all learners in the /
community
Supervising the operations of all public and private
elementary, secondary, and integrated schools, and /
learning centers.
Undertaking educational research and studies /
Approving the establishment of public and private /
elementary and high schools and learning centers
Curricula Supervision /
Introducing new and innovative modes of instruction to /
achieve higher learning outcomes
Monitoring the utilization of funds provided by the national
government and the local government units to the schools and /
learning centers.
Activity 2. Answer the following questions.

1. What key provisions of Republic Act 9155, The Governance of Basic Education
Act of 2011should a newly hired teacher be familiar with?
A newly hired teacher like me to be familiar that it was the act which instituted a
framework of governance for basic education, establishing authority and
accountability, renaming the Department of Education, Culture and Sports as the
Department of Education, and For Other Purposes.

2. Why do think that RA 9155 states that, “The school shall be the heart of the
formal education system?” Cite specific conditions.
The school shall be the heart of the formal education system for it is where the
teaching-learning process takes place.

3. Identify the best practices in your school that adhere to the existing laws and
regulations stated on RA 9155. Make a checklist and share it with your colleagues
Having an organizational chart which clearly shows our organization in the school.
Thus, we know where to go in times that we need help.

Activity 3. Choose from the two options below.

1. Option A: Share your insight to your mentor or to your School Head.

2. Option B: Look for at least three (3) similar newly-hired teacher in your school,
cluster, or district who will serve as your partner, share your insights and compare
your answer to their answers.
Option A: (My Answer) The insights were
to follow correct protocol and obey the
rules and existing laws of DepEd. Just do
what is right and moral.

Activity 4. Discuss which office or person can help you, and the process that must be
followed to resolve an issue or concern in the situations given below:

Situation 1: You are asked to submit your Performance Commitment and Review
Form.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

Prepare all the documents and
School Head attachments before the meeting and
submission

Situation 2: You are assigned as a school paper adviser aside from your regular teaching
load. You want to ask more about your task and how it will affect your assignment.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

 Previous School Paper Coordinator, Request for a meeting of inquiry and
School Head discussion of the workload

Situation 3: You are assigned as the class adviser. You want to know your students’ profile
and find out how some of their personal problems affect their studies.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

Guidance Office, Former Advisers, Prepare Home Visitation form and Letter
Parents to Parents and check anecdotal records
from guidance office

Situation 4: You would like to find a good exposure trip or immersion for your SHS
students.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

School Head, SHS Curriculum Head, Submit letter of Intent, Letter of Parents
Adviser and Parents Consent

Situation 5: Your students have failing grades. You want to provide proper academic
guidance.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

Adviser, Parent Send letter to parent for a remedial
permission and to the adviser about the
performance of the student

Situation 6: You would like to know your salary, deductions and benefits.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

Office of the HR Personnel Set an appointment time on a specific
date.

Situation 7: You are a science teacher, and your laboratory equipment are inadequate or
need repair
.
Office/People to Contact Process to be followed
Laboratory Custodian/In-Charge Ask permission to be allowed to borrow
and inform about the incident of needed
repair.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

School Head, Adviser and Legal team of Submit Letter of Explanation, meeting
DepEd and conference and legal consultations.

Situation 8: A parent would like to sue you because her son was running for honors and got
a failing grade in your subject.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

Stakeholders, School Head Send letter of Intent, request for a
meeting and consultation and dialogue

Situation 9: You would like to organize a new interest club and get support from various
stakeholders.
 Situation 10: There is a typhoon but there is no announcement if classes will be suspended.

Office/People to Contact Process to be followed

School Head and SDRRM Coordinator Contact the SDRRM Coordinator and
keep the students safe by not allowing
them to go to school if hazards are
obviously present.

Activity 5. Answer the following:

1. What processes were identified to be employed?

The standard process or the correct way to handle issues in the school concerns and
situations.

2. Are there processes not identified but should be followed? What are these, if any?
So far mostly were covered

3. Who are the personnel and other individuals, or groups identified to be involved in
this case?
I as the teacher, the parents, co-teachers and advisers, the stakeholders, the immediate
department head and various departments of the school and coordinators and in-charge and
the School Principal most importantly.

4. Are there other people who should be included in addressing the situation? If so,
who else? Why?
Yes. They are mainly the answers in item number 3.

Activity 6. Reflect on the empowerment given to your school head as stipulated on RA

9155.

1. Observe how your school head adopts shared governance. Provide evidence
showing her effective management of the school as an instructional leader and
administrative manager.

The school does not only depend on the school head, but there are also people who
help him. Having our master teachers who assist our school head in the different matters
in our school show how governance is being shared. From the master teachers, we also
have our grade level chairmen.

2. Look for an experienced teacher in your school whom you think is trusted. Share
your observations about how you perceive your school head adopt shared
governance and effectively manage the school as an instructional leader and
administrative manager.
Ask that teacher if you have the same observations.
We have the same observations that our School Head is indeed very supportive and
have implemented projects and programs that would boost instructional development and
have excellent administrative management to our school personnel and everyone.
 Activity 7. Make a plan of action out of the following situations.

1. The schools division superintendent shall have authority, accountability, and

responsibility to ensure compliance of quality standards for basic education
programs. Write a commitment on how you will help its realization.

I promise to fulfill my duties and responsibilities as a teacher by adhering to my goals

and objectives which are aligned to the DepEd’s mission and vision. I will also give
substantial instructional delivery and be accountable with what I provide to my learners.

2. As a newly hired teacher, how will you help your school head and the school in
general to establish a strong partnership and linkages to its community?

As a newly hired teacher, I will include the community in planning my other tasks and
involve them when needed, especially in the activities which require resource speakers
from the community.

G. Reflection
Journal Writing. Share your thoughts on the following:

1. What is the importance of knowing the DepEd organization structure and

school processes in the performance of your duties as a teacher?

The importance of knowing the DepEd organization structure and school

processes in the performance of my duties as a teacher is that it will help me to do my
work easier. It will also do me a favor if I know where to go if I needed assistance.

2. Why should a teacher know who to approach in addressing concerns related to

his or her duties?

It is important to know who to approach in addressing concerns related to my

duties as a teacher for it helps me to do my functions and responsibilities effectively
and efficiently.

Post-Test
1. Each box at the left column contains positions at the central, regional, and schools
division offices of DepEd. Arrange the positions from highest to lowest based on your
knowledge. Write your answers on space provided.

Central Office

Central Office

Assistant Secretary,
Bureau Director,
Secretary,
 Secretary

Undersecretary

Assistant Secretary

Bureau Director

Chief Education
Supervisor

Chief, Regional Director

Chief, Regional Assistant Regional

Director, Legal Director
Officer IV
Education Program
Administrative
Supervisor
Officer V, Assistant
Regional Director, Supervising Administrative
Education Program Officer
Supervisor, Administrative Officer
Supervising
Administrative
Officer, Accountant Legal Officer IV
III
Accountant III

School Division Office

Schools Division Superintendent

Assistant Schools Division

Administrative Officer V,
Superintendent
Legal Officer IV,
Schools Division District Superintendent
Superintendent,
Chief Education Supervisor,
Education Program
 ,
District Supervisor
Education Program
Supervisor
Senior Education Program
Specialist
Administrative Officer V

Legal Officer IV

2. Match Column A with Column B. Write the letter of the correct answer
on the blank before each number.

Column A Column B
__D__ 1. It is a lifelong process a. Alternative Learning System
of learning.
b. Basic Education
__J__ 2. Any organized, systematic
educational activity to provide selected
types of learning.
 __B__ 3. It encompasses early childhood, c. Formal Education
elementary, high school education, out-
of-school youth and adult learners and for
those with special needs. d. Informal Education
__F__ 4. An educational institution
undertaking the educational operation.
e. Learner
__C__ 5. It is the systematic and
deliberate process of hierarchically
structured and sequential learning.
f. Learning Center
__E__ 6. Any individual seeking
basic literacy skills and functional life
skills.
g. Non-Formal Education
__F__ 7. A venue for face-to-face
learning activities for the improvement of
people’s quality of life.
h. Quality Education
__K__ 8. A key-learning support who
is responsible for supervising and
facilitating the learning process and
i. School
activities.
__H__9. It is the appropriateness,
relevance, and excellence of education j. Integrated School
given to meet the needs and aspirations of
individuals and society.
k. Learning Facilitator
__A__ 10. It encompasses both the
non- formal and formal sources of
knowledge and skills. l. School Head

3. The statements below are powers, duties, and functions of the National
(N) Level, Regional (R) Level, Division (D) Level, Schools District (SD) Level
and School (S) Level. Read them carefully and put a check mark on the
appropriate box on who is responsible for exercising such.

Levels
Powers, Duties, and Functions N R D SD S
1. Formulating educational policies /
2. Promoting awareness of and adherence by
all schools and learning center to accreditation /
standards prescribed by the Secretary of
Education
3. Promulgating educational standards /
 4. Offering educational programs, projects, and
services which provide equitable /
opportunities for all learners in the
community

5. Supervising the operations of all public and

private elementary, secondary and integrated /
schools, and learning centers.

6. Undertaking educational research and /

studies
7. Approving the establishment of public and
private elementary and high schools and learning /
centers
8. Curricula Supervision /
9. Introducing new and innovative modes of /
instruction to achieve higher learning outcomes
10. Monitoring the utilization of funds provided
by the national government and the local government /
units to the schools and learning centers.

SESSION 3
TEACHING AS A PROFESSION AND AS A VOCATION
C. Pre-Test

Read the paragraph below then choose three phrases that best describe your own
philosophy in the teaching profession. Justify your answer.

1. Teaching is a noble profession as well as a vocation that calls to the heart of an

individual. The teacher plays a vital role in the lives of the learners, hence they are
called heroes of the new generations. They touch lives and influence others—
making a big difference to the lives of the learners. Teachers should take pride in
upholding the qualities of being a professional and to live according to the
expectations of teaching as a profession and as a vocation.

A. Phrase 1: Teaching is a noble profession as well as a vocation that calls to

the heart of an Individual.
 Justification: Teaching is not just a profession, but also a passion. One cannot
become a teacher without being totally committed to this vocation.

B. Phrase 2: The teacher play a vital role in the lives of the learners, hence
they are called heroes of the new generations.

Justification: Teachers do not just simply impart knowledge, but they are a
big part of the learners’ success in life.

C. Phrase 3: They touch lives and influence others-making a big difference to

the lives of the learners.

Justification: Teachers serve as a catalyst of change which can transform

lives.

E. Activities and Assessment

Activity 1. Answer the following:

1. What is a profession?
A profession is an occupation that involves specialized training and formal
qualification.

2. Is teaching a profession? Why?

Yes. It is a profession for a formal education, qualification, and specialized trainings
are needed before you can become a teacher.

3. What are the requisites by the PRC one should satisfy before he/she becomes a
professional?
 A professional teacher must have a deep understanding of the theoretical
knowledge about learning and human behavior.
 A professional teacher demonstrates attitudes that foster learning and genuine
human relationship.
 A professional teacher must have a mastery of the subject matter.
 A professional teacher must possess competencies in the use of teaching skills that
facilitate student learning.

4. What are the qualities of a professional teacher?

To be a professional teacher, one has to satisfy the following requisites by the
Professional Regulatory (PRC):

a. Must have passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).

b. Must be a member of the Philippine Public School Teachers’ Association (PPSTA),

then known as National Organization of Professional Teachers (NOPT) and earlier
known as the Philippine Association for Teacher Education (PAFTE).

c. Must continuously grow in the profession by attending or participating in

 professional development activities like seminars, workshops, conferences and other
activities for the enhancement of skills and knowledge. Today, this requirement is
mandated by Republic Act no. 10912, an Act Mandating the Continuing Professional
Development Program for All Regulated Professions, creating the Continuing
Professional Development Council. You can also read Resolution No. 11, Series of
2017 which contains the Operational Guidelines in the Implementation of RA 10912.

d. Must abide by the code of ethics for the profession.

5. What is a vocation?
A vocation is calling to and from the heart of individual .

6. How is vocation different from profession?

A vocation cannot be denied; it burns in he heart and soul of a person and cannot be
quenched until it is answered, whereas a profession can be chosen based on family
demands, income, status, or location.

7. When can teaching be a vocation?

Teaching can be a vocation if one made his profession his passion by having a
burning desire to teach young minds and transform their lives.

8. What are the characteristics of a teacher who takes teaching as a vocation?

The characteristics of a teacher who takes teaching as a vocation are as follows:
committed, dedicated, selfless, and hardworking.

9. How can you make teaching both a profession and a vocation?

I can make teaching as both my profession and vocation by putting it in my mind and
heart. I always must remind myself that it is my calling.

10. Write how you manifest the first quality of a professional teacher.
I try to understand each and every one of my students by assessing their needs. Their
behavior as well paves way to who really, they are that is why I also try to be more
attentive to everything that they do inside and outside the class.

11. Write the attitude you have that foster learning and genuine human relationship.
Interpersonal and intrapersonal communication skills which help me in building
relationship among my students and the people around us.

12. What attitude do you need to improve?

Patience. I have to work out on my patience. Yes, teachers should already have it, but
there are times that I tend to be temperamental.

13. Write what you do to manifest mastery of subject matter? What do you need to
improve?
I prepare my lessons thoroughly and provide a substantial instruction inside the class.
I still need to improve in my classroom management skills to better get a positive
 outcome.

14. What are the effective teaching strategies that you use to facilitate student
learning? Write them down and share these to your partner.
Inquiry approach, brainstorming, collaborative work, and such.

15. What are some of your personal beliefs, insights, and habits that help you do your
work well?
Just keep on working hard. Teaching is no joke, it takes a strong heart in staying
dedicated to this profession. One must have the courage to face all the struggles and
hardship that a teacher may face along the way.

Activity 2. Read and analyze the following situations then share your findings to your
peer.

Situation 1
Mr. Manalo divided his Araling Panlipunan class according to the abilities and
interests of his students. At the end of the lesson, the groups had the following
outputs: The first group composed a song, the second had a skit, and the third had an
artwork.

What professional quality did Mr. Manalo exhibit?

The professional quality of having a deep understanding of the theoretical knowledge
about learning and human behavior. Mr. Manalo knew very well that students have
various needs which need to be catered. He has shown that through his preparation of
differentiated tasks.

Situation 2
The school principal visited the Science class of Miss Bravo. The principal observed
that Miss Bravo was reading from the textbook and her notes while explaining the
lesson on ecosystem.

What could have been done by Miss Bravo to improve her teaching performance?
She could have mastered her lessons before delivering it to the class. A thorough
understanding of her subject matter is needed to have a substantial teaching and
learning process.

Activity 3. Let your pupils/students answer this survey form.

Put a check if your teacher manifests the following professional qualities.

Professional Qualities Yes No
Caring attitude /
Treat others with respect /
Integrity /
 Commitment towards work /
Love of country /
Honesty /
Professionalism /
Punctuality /
Service-oriented /
Competent /

F. Reflection
As a newly hired teacher, I am already manifesting the following qualities like
having a deep understanding of the theoretical knowledge about learning and
human behavior and mastering my subject matter.
However, I need to improve my qualities in terms of being patient to my
students and how to facilitate learning even better.

G. Post Test
Resolve the issue.
Is teaching more of a vocation or more of a profession?

Many people consider teaching as a profession while others consider it as a

vocation. Both terms are synonymous with each other, but I find two qualifying words
that make teaching a vocation.

The words worthy and great fulfilment breaks the borderline whether teaching
is a profession or a vocation.

We consider teaching a vocation because of the dedication that one exerts to

provide quality learning atmosphere to their students. A teacher spends most of his or
her time teaching inside and outside the four walls of the classroom. Even if he or she
goes home, teaching is always in his or her mind because of the need to prepare for
the activities of the coming days unlike in other professions where the activities end
up inside the four walls of their offices or in their places of work.

We consider teaching as a vocation because it worthy. Those who have gained

degrees in their chosen fields look back to their teachers as the one who molded them
 the most to become what they are now. It is the bragging right of teachers that at least,
they could contribute to the life success of their students. For us teachers, it is more
fulfilling when our pupils give us the thumbs up for guiding them to adhere to what is
right.
TRUE FALSE
1. PPST stands for Philippine Professional Standards
/
for Teachers.
2. There are 37 Domains and 7 strands in the PPST. /
3. There are 4 career stages from Beginning to
/
Proficient Teacher.
4. The number of years in service determines the
/
career stages of teachers.
5. Providing safe learning environment is the sole duty
/
of a school head.
6. Every teacher is expected to know diversity of
/
learners.
7. Learning outcomes should be aligned with the
/
learning objectives
8. Learners and parents should inform the teachers
/
about the results of the learning assessment.
9. Beginning teachers can only get professional growth
/
through seminars.
10. All teachers need to have professional goals to
/
improve teaching practice.

As the second parents of pupils, teachers play a key role in instilling the right
discipline in the students and for them to start young the practice of good manners and
right conduct which they carry in their lifetime, even as they become full-fledged
professionals. We remember our teachers for the way they imposed disciplinary
actions on us when we were young and that is the same feeling, we teachers seem to
pass on to the present and future generations, as we were also the beneficiaries of our
teachers’ efforts.

Teaching is more than a noble profession. It is a vocation, a calling. It does not

only revolve around teaching a subject matter but teaching a student. It is putting in
mind and heart that teachers are not just after the grades of the students, but they are
into their betterment. It is more of being catalysts of change-transforming and
touching the lives of each learner that one may encounter.

C. Pre-Test
Check whether each statement is true or false.
F. Activities and Assessment
A. “Map Me”
In this activity, you are going to make your own career map by answering the question
below. (Note: Please read and understand DepEd Order 42, s.2017)
Make your own timeline.

Beginning – Proficient - Highly Proficient – Distinguished

Years 1-2 Years 3-4 Years 5-6 Years 7-8 Years 9-10

Years in Teaching Career Stage

Years 1-2 Beginning Teacher
Years 3-4 Proficient
Years 5-6 Highly Proficient
Years 7-8 Highly Proficient
Years 9-10 Distinguished

1. In what career stage are you now as a teacher?

I believe that I am already in the proficient stage.

2. In what career stage do you situate yourself 10 years from now?

I can see myself 10 years from now as a distinguished teacher.

3. What professional development activities would you engage in to achieve

your desired career stage?
I will involve myself in continuous professional growth and development through
attending various seminars which could help me in improving my practices as a
teacher. I will also enroll in graduate studies program to continue my studies for
learning never stops.

Answer the questions that follow.

1. What are the different career stages of teachers?
The career stages of teachers are the following: Beginning, proficient, highly proficient,
 and distinguished.

2. How will you go to the next higher career stage?

I can go to the next higher career stage by engaging myself to activities which could
help me develop in my profession.

3. Is it possible for a beginning teacher to stay in 1 career stage for 5–10 years?
Why or why not?
Yes, it is possible. One can stay in 1 career stage for 5-10 years if he is being idle. If
one does not engage himself in developing his skills, he will not really grow.

C. What I Learned
What are the seven domains of the PPST? Discuss each domain briefly based on your own
understanding.

Domains Brief Discussion

One must recognize the importance of content
knowledge and its interconnectedness within any
CONTENT KNOWLEDGE AND
across curriculum areas, coupled with a sound and
PEDAGOGY
critical understanding of the application of theories
and principles of teaching and learning.
Provide learning environment, which is safe,
secure, fair, and conducive for learning. It should
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
create a child-friendly atmosphere which will
utilize materials and resources.
It should cater and be responsive to the diversity of
the learners. Teachers should also be attentive to
DIVERSITY OF LEARNERS
the differences and needs of the students to
encourage them to be successful.
Teachers should adhere to the curriculum and plan
well various activities which will cater the needs of
CURRICULUM AND
the students. Everything they do inside and outside
PLANNING
the classroom must be based on the principles of
effective teaching.
Apply a variety of assessment and strategies in
ASSESSMENT AND monitoring, evaluating, documenting, and
REPORTING reporting learners’ needs, progress, and
achievement.
COMMUNITY LINKAGES AND Establish school-community partnerships aimed at
PROFESSIONAL enriching learning environment, as well as
ENGAGEMENT community’s engagement in the educative process.
Value personal growth and professional
PERSONAL GROWTH AND development and exhibit high personal regard to
PROFESSIONAL his profession by maintaining qualities which
DEVELOPMENT uphold the quality of teachers such as caring
attitude, respect, and integrity.

1. What is the difference between domains and strands, and strands and
indicators?
 Domains are general in nature. It covers a broad sphere of what teachers should target
in the teaching-learning process. On the other hand, strands are more specific
dimensions of teacher practice under every domain. And lastly, indicators are the
concrete and observable manifestation that the domains and strands are being
achieved.

2. Why do we need to set standards for teachers?

It is a must to set standards for the teachers to improve the quality of education in the
Philippines. Through these standards as well, teachers are given a guide on how their
teaching must be done to reach the standards.

3. As a beginning teacher, which do you consider as the most important among the
seven domains? Justify your stand.
Content knowledge and pedagogy. I consider this as the most important among the
seven domains for this must be achieved first before anything else. One cannot be
considered a teacher without having a mastery of the subject matter that he is
teaching.

Which of the indicators can you confidently say you are doing?
1. Which of the indicators are you NOT doing yet?
None. I am doing the aforementioned indicators.

2. What do you notice about the indicators from beginning to proficient teacher?
The indicators fall under content knowledge and pedagogy. It means that before you
can reach the next stage in your career, one must be knowledgeable and has the
mastery of the subject matter that he is teaching.

D. Read the following teaching practices. With all honesty, choose your answer by
ticking (/) the box that corresponds to your answer.
A- Always S- Sometimes N- Never

How often do you do the following in your teaching practice?

Indicators A S N

1.Demonstrates content knowledge and its application within and /or

across curriculum teaching areas
2.Shows skill in the positive use of ICT to facilitate the Teaching –
Learning Process
3.Demonstrates knowledge of strategies that promote reading and
numeracy skills
4.Applies teaching strategies that develop critical and creative thinking
and/or other higher order thinking skills
5. Demonstrates an understanding of the range of verbal and nonverbal
classroom communication strategies that support learner understanding,
participation, engagement, and achievement.
6.Uses Mother Tongue, Filipino, and English to facilitate teaching and
learning
7.Demonstrates understanding of research based knowledge and
principle of teaching and learning
E. What I Realize
Read thoroughly Domain 3 Diversity of Learners particularly the three indicators in
the beginning and proficient teachers. Answer the questions that follow.

1. What teaching practices do you think are responsive to the call of the indicators in
Domain 3 to address diversity of learners?
Teaching practices under 3.1.1 until 3.3.2 because these talks about the strategies
needed to accommodate the different needs of the learners.

2. To address learner diversity, what teaching practices would you employ to enable
you to move from beginning to the proficient career stage?
I will use differentiated and appropriate teaching strategies to cater the various needs
of my students. I will also design. Plan, and implement my own materials to
personalize it for all my learners.

G. Reflection
 As a teacher, what are the indicators under beginning stage that you can do? Is it
possible that you can move to the higher career stage? Knowing where you are,
what professional development goals could you prepare based on your strength and
areas for improvement?

I strongly believe that I can do all the indicators under the beginning stage which fall
under the content knowledge and pedagogy. It is indeed a basic and a must for all the
teachers to have the mastery of the subject matter that they are teaching.

As a teacher, I know that I can move to the higher career stage for I am doing
everything that I could to improve myself and my practices as a teacher. I attend
seminars and workshops which could help me to become an effective and efficient
teacher. I also plan to finish my graduate studies and be more engaged to activities
which will surely help me grow in my profession and as an individual.

Based on the results of the self-assessment tool, make a professional development plan.

Professional Development Goal

Areas for Recommended Time Persons
Strengths
Improvement Development/Intervention Frame Involved

Attend seminars and Colleagues

Work under Knowing
trainings and continue - and
pressure Priorities
learning Supervisors
 TRUE FALSE
I. Learning outcomes should be aligned with the
/
learning objectives.
II. Providing safe learning environment is the sole duty
/
of a school head.
III. There are 4 career stages from Beginning to
/
Proficient Teacher.
IV. The number of years in service determines the
/
career stages of teachers.
V. There are 37 Domains and 7 strands in the PPST. /
VI. PPST stands for Philippine Professional Standards
H. /
for Teachers.
VII. Every teacher is expected to know diversity of
/
learners.
VIII. Learners and parents should inform the teachers
/
about the results of the learning assessment.
IX. Beginning teachers can only get professional
/
growth through seminars.
X. All teachers need to have professional goals to
/
improve teaching practice.
Post-Test
 SESSION 5:
CAREER PATH WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Pre-Test:
INSTRUCTION: Read the characteristics of teachers in their respective stages. Write B
if you think the teacher being described is a beginning, Teacher; P Proficient; HP for Highly
Proficient; and D for Distinguished Teacher after the number and write it in the blank
provided.

__B__1. Seeks advice from experienced colleagues to consolidate their

teaching practice.
__B__2. Manages learning programs and have strategies that promote
learning based on the learning needs of their students.
__B__3. Has a strong understanding of the subjects/areas in which they are
trained in terms of content knowledge and pedagogy.
__B__4. Possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and values that support the
teaching and learning process.
__P__5. Is professionally independent in the application of skills vital to the
teaching and learning process.
__P__6. Provides focused teaching programs that meet curriculum and
assessment requirements.
__P__7. Displays skills in planning, implementing, and managing learning
programs.
__P__8. Actively engages in collaborative learning with the professional
community and other stakeholders for mutual growth and
advancement.
__P__9. Continually seeks to develop their professional knowledge and
practice by reflecting on their own needs, and those of their
colleagues and students.
HP__10. Consistently displays a high level of performance in their teaching
practice.
HP__11. Manifests an in-depth and sophisticated understanding of the
teaching and learning process.
HP__12. Has high education-focused situation cognition, are more adept in
problem solving and optimize opportunities gained from
experience.
_D__13. Embodies the highest standard for teaching grounded in global best
practices.
_D__14. Exhibits exceptional capacity to improve their own teaching practice
and that of others.
_D__15. Recognized as leaders in education, contributors to the profession, and
initiators of collaborations and partnerships.
F. Activities and Assessment

A. Study the table below and ask assistance from your mentor then answer the
questions that follow.

POSITION RANK
Teacher TI TII TIII
Master Teacher MTI MTII MTIII MTIV
Head Teacher HTI HTII HTIII HTIV HTV HTVI
School Head PI PII PIII PIV

1. What are the qualifications for a Teacher I to be promoted to Teacher II?

2. What are the qualifications for a Master Teacher? A Head Teacher?

3. Is it possible for a newly hired teacher to become a Master Teacher or

Head Teacher after 1 year in service? Why or why not?

B. Conduct a research and find out the qualification standards of different positions at
DepEd that you can apply for in the next years.

Position/ Salary Education Experience Training Eligibility

Title Grade
Teacher II 12 BEED with 6 years in In-Service RA 1080
 PBET/
20 MA units Service Training
LET
BEED with
RA 1080
36 MA units 18 years in In-Service
Teacher III 13 PBET/
with Thesis Service Training
LET
Book
BEED with
18 units
Professional 3 years
RA 1080
Master Units in experience In-Service
18 PBET/
Teacher I Education in Teacher Training
LET
plan 18 units III
for MA
Units
BEED with
TIC for 1
18 units 24 hours RA 1080
Head year or
14 Professional relevance PBET/
Teacher I Teacher III
Education training LET
for 3 years
Units
Master
BEED/6 40 hours RA 1080
Teacher II
Principal I 19 Units of relevance PBET/
for at least 1
Management training LET
year
5 cumulative RA 1080
Master
experience PBET/
Degree in
Public as Master 16 hours LET
Education or
Schools Teacher; 2 of
20 other
District years’ relevant
Supervisor relevant
experience training
Master
as Principal
Degree
II
Education 22 Masters 2 years’ 8 hours of RA 1080
Program Degree in experience relevant PBET/
Supervisor
Education as Principal training LET
with specific or Master
area of Teacher
specializatio
 n

C. Resolve the issue

Teacher A is a Teacher III in Rizal Elementary School for 5 years. She was able to
earn a master’s degree in educational leadership and management with specialization
in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment. Coincidentally, there is one Master
Teacher I (Salary Grade 19) item available in the school and one Senior Education
Program Specialist (SG 19) in the division office. The division office and the school
are situated in the city. Given the situation, if you are Teacher A, which position
would you choose? Why?

Answer: Every teacher has an arbitration to be promoted in their field of work.

If I am teacher A, better to choose as Master Teacher 1 position. She is a
competent teacher and has a full knowledge of the subject matter she teaches in
her prestigious school.

D. My Gains

Answer the questions that follow.

1. What did you learn about professional development? What is the

connection between personal growth and professional development?
Professional development is needed to grow and take a higher stage in our
career. It also helps us to become the better version of ourselves. It helps us to
improve our teaching strategies so that we may become an effective teacher.

2. How does professional development affect your teaching performance?

Professional development affects my teaching performance in a good way. Various
strategies and practices can be acquired by engaging in developing ourselves
professionally.

3. Would you recommend these professional development activities to

your colleagues? Why or why not?
Yes. Because these activities will help them grow and improve.
G. Reflection
Choose ONE of the two writing prompts to write a well-developed response in
paragraph form.

1. From your map, choose two events to write about. Consider the following questions
when writing about each of these: why did you choose to include this event on your
map? How will this event affect your pursuit for professional development?

OR

2. From your map, choose your top future entry (goal) and clearly describe what steps
you could take to help you reach this goal (minimum of three steps). Describe what
resources you would need to meet these goals. Why is it important for you to achieve
such professional growth?
Post-Test:

INSTRUCTION: Read the characteristics of teachers in their respective stages. Write B

if you think the teacher being described is a beginning, Teacher; P Proficient; HP for Highly
Proficient; and D for Distinguished Teacher after the number and write it in the blank
provided.

__B__1. Seeks advice from experienced colleagues to consolidate their

teaching practice.
__B__2. Manages learning programs and have strategies that promote
learning based on the learning needs of their students.
__B__3. Has a strong understanding of the subjects/areas in which they are
trained in terms of content knowledge and pedagogy.
__B__4. Possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and values that support the
teaching and learning process.
__P__5. Is professionally independent in the application of skills vital to the
teaching and learning process.
__P__6. Provides focused teaching programs that meet curriculum and
assessment requirements.
__P__7. Displays skills in planning, implementing, and managing learning
programs.
__P__8. Actively engages in collaborative learning with the professional
community and other stakeholders for mutual growth and
advancement.
__P__9. Continually seeks to develop their professional knowledge and
practice by reflecting on their own needs, and those of their
colleagues and students.
HP__10. Consistently displays a high level of performance in their teaching
practice.
HP__11. Manifests an in-depth and sophisticated understanding of the
teaching and learning process.
HP__12. Has high education-focused situation cognition, are more adept in
problem solving and optimize opportunities gained from
experience.
_D__13. Embodies the highest standard for teaching grounded in global best
practices.
_D__14. Exhibits exceptional capacity to improve their own teaching practice
and that of others.
_D__15. Recognized as leaders in education, contributors to the profession, and
initiators of collaborations and partnerships.
 SESSION 6:
MAGNA CARTA FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS

Pre-Test
Fill in the blank with the correct answer.

1. An Act to promote and improve the social and economic status of public-school teachers is
called RA 4670 or Magna Carta for Public School Teachers.

2. All persons engaged in classroom teaching in any level of instruction whether full or part
time basis are called teachers.

3. In Recruitment and Qualification minimum educational qualification is only one of the

criteria on recruitment, selection, and promotion appointment of teachers.

4. Cost of living allowance and special hardship allowance are under the House of Work
Renumeration in the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers.

5. Free compulsory medical examination, free medical treatment and or hospitalization, and
reimbursement for travelling expenses in regions where there is a scarcity of medical
facilities are under the provision of Magna Carta on Health Measures and Injury Benefits
6. The additional unit requirement to be taken in case a person is a graduate of bachelor’s
degree in arts and sciences is called Master’s Degree

7. The act that states before any person is allowed to practice as a professional teacher in the
Philippines, one must have a valid certificate of registration and a valid professional license
from the PRC is known as RA 7836 also known as Philippine Teachers
Professionalization Act of 1994.

8. The actual number of hours of classroom teaching in a day that a teacher needs to render is
six hours.

9. Study leave, and indefinite leave are kinds of entitled leaves given to a teacher under the
Article V of the Magna Carta.

10. The section on Section_27 of the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers allows the
teacher to establish and join organizations to further and defend their interests.

G. Activities and Assessment

Activity 1. THROWBACK
Recall a time when you were recruited and employed at DepEd. What were the
challenges and problems you encountered and how did you overcome them.

1. Illustrate the process experienced on the manner you were recruited, selected, and
appointed.
I pass all my documents or requirements at the division office. I do demo teaching,
interview, EPT/exam, and showing mg skills. After that, I need to pass the
requirements again after they told me I was hired.

2. Illustrate the things and objects symbolic of the process of recruitment, selection, and
appointment you have experienced. For example, a small stone signifies an easy process
and a huge to very huge stone indicates the degree of difficulty on a particular stage of
your recruitment, selection, and appointment.
For me I would illustrate it as a Lego Puzzle because there were many parts and
process that needs to be combined in order for me to be fully become a newly hired
teacher in DepEd.

Activity 2. Answer the following questions by putting a check mark inside the circle if
you Agree or Disagree to the following statements and then justify your answer on the
space provided.

1. As teachers are professionals and hired as the right people to the right position, it
follows that in exercising professionalism in teaching, they need to know the
standards that they need to teach, and the need to know on how to teach in the most
effective ways. AGREE

2. Being well-compensated in monetary and other benefits in teaching, it is a must for

teachers to render exemplary performance. AGREE

If the teachers teach well in their 6 hours of actual teaching loads and care more about
their students, the result would bring a favorable impact to students to do well and to
do better in their studies. AGREE

4. These are the following criteria with respective points used in the evaluation and
selection procedure in the hiring of Teacher 1. Education 20%, Teaching Experience
15%, LET/PBET Rating 15%, Specialized Training Skills 10%, Interview 10%,
Demonstration Teaching 15%, and Communication Skills 15%. AGREE

5. No teacher may be transferred without his or her consent. Should there be an urgent
need or demand for transfer, the school superintendent must notify the teacher
beforehand and state the reasons. AGREE

6. Any dues can be deducted to teachers aside from what is stipulated by law. AGREE

7. If a teacher reaches the age and service requirements for retirement, he or she is
allowed to enjoy the one-range salary raise. AGREE

8. It is just to pay additional compensation to a teacher who renders 8 hours of actual

teaching. AGREE
 9. If a teacher is married to one who is also a public-school teacher, they are not allowed
to teach in the same school. DISAGREE

10. During disciplinary procedures, teachers are not entitled to due process and must not
be given a written notice, a time to access evidence, to make a defense, a time for
preparation and appeal. AGREE

Activity 3. Direction: Challenge yourself by justifying your answer to uphold the integrity
and professional duties of a teacher.

1. Any teacher engaged in actual classroom instruction shall not be required to render more
than 6 hours of actual classroom teaching per day with all the classroom teaching
preparation, checking of given exercises and other related work to their normal teaching
duties. Provided however, that where the exigencies of the service so require, any teacher
may be required to render more than 6 hours but not exceeding 8 hours of actual teaching
hours a day. How does this affect your integrity and professional duties as a teacher?
For me, it is part of the job to have overtime sometimes. But when frequently
done, we also feel exhausted. 6 hours of teaching is enough for us to feel tired and
excess works sometimes beyond the time will make us feel exhausted. That’s why
we can’t blame teachers who ask for salary increase, and so because we love
teaching that we still continue.

2. There shall be no discrimination whatsoever in the entrance to the teaching profession,

and/or during in exercising its duties or even in the termination of tenure in service. Does
this affect your integrity and professional duties as a teacher?
Yes, no one should be discriminated in teaching profession.

3. As a teacher you submitted yourself in the evaluation and hiring process of your Schools
Division by following what was stipulated in DO 7, s. 2015. In the RQA, you were
ranked number 1. It so happened the appointing authority selected and appointed the
teacher next in rank to you. Did the appointing authority violate your rights as a teacher?
Does this affect your integrity and professional duties as a teacher?
Yes, they should follow what is right and just.

4. DepEd provides the curricula to be implemented and teachers are encouraged to be

innovative in their teaching and classroom methods. The department supports the
academic freedom of the teacher in the discharge of their professional duties, particularly
with regard to teaching and classroom management. Does this affect your integrity and
professional duties?
Yes.

5. Salary scales of teachers shall provide for a gradual progression from a minimum to a
maximum salary by means of regular increments, granted automatically after 3 years to
the maximum steps, as provided by law. Provided, that the efficiency rating of the teacher
concerned is at least Satisfactory. How true is this? Does this affect your integrity and
professional duties as a teacher?
 He/She should still be compensated. But needs to work on the ratings because of
the PBB that would affect him/her but the salary will not be affected.

F. Reflection

In the Department of Education, we are saddened to hear news of malpractices of teachers in

the profession. Let us uplift ourselves and our profession. Write your commitment to
complete the paragraph below.

As member of the DepEd learning community, I commit myself to help realize the DepEd
mission and vision. I promise to do what is right and follow all correct rules and avoid
common mistakes in the teaching field.

Post-Test
Fill in the blank with the correct answer.

1. An Act to promote and improve the social and economic status of public-school teachers is
called RA 4670 or Magna Carta for Public School Teachers.

2. All persons engaged in classroom teaching in any level of instruction whether full or part
time basis are called teachers.

3. In Recruitment and Qualification minimum educational qualification is only one of the

criteria on recruitment, selection, and promotion appointment of teachers.

4. Cost of living allowance and special hardship allowance are under the House of Work
Renumeration in the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers.

5. Free compulsory medical examination, free medical treatment and or hospitalization, and
reimbursement for travelling expenses in regions where there is a scarcity of medical
facilities are under the provision of Magna Carta on Health Measures and Injury Benefits
6. The additional unit requirement to be taken in case a person is a graduate of bachelor’s
degree in arts and sciences is called Master’s Degree

7. The act that states before any person is allowed to practice as a professional teacher in the
Philippines, one must have a valid certificate of registration and a valid professional license
from the PRC is known as RA 7836 also known as Philippine Teachers
Professionalization Act of 1994.

8. The actual number of hours of classroom teaching in a day that a teacher needs to render is
six hours.

9. Study leave, and indefinite leave are kinds of entitled leaves given to a teacher under the
Article V of the Magna Carta.

10. The section on Section_27 of the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers allows the
teacher to establish and join organizations to further and defend their interests.

SESSION 7:
CODE OF ETHICS

Pre-Test

Choose the letter with the correct answer.

1. Toward the end of the school year, the mother of one of the candidates for honors visits
you to ask about her child’s chances of graduating with honors.
She brings a basket of fruits in season for you. What should you do?
a. Reject the basket of fruits and tell her that you have enough at home.
b. Accept the fruits and assure the mother that the daughter will be given honor
student.
c. Respectfully reject the offer and explain that you might be accused of bribery.
d. Explain the chance of the daughter objectively and graciously accept the
offer.

2. Which of the following is NOT correct under the Code of Ethics for Teachers regarding
teacher and business?
a. No teacher shall act, directly or indirectly, as agent of, or be financially interested
 in any commercial venture which furnishes textbooks and other school
commodities.
b. A teacher has no right to engage, directly or indirectly, in legitimate income
generation.
c. A teacher shall maintain a good reputation with respect to the financial matters
such as in the settlement of his debts and loans in arranging satisfactorily his
private financial affairs.
d. None of the above.

3. Every teacher shall participate in the _________________ program of the PRC and shall
pursue other studies as will improve his efficiency, prestige and strengthen his competence.
a. Professional Enhancement
b. Maximizing Learning Competence
c. Continuing Educational Enhancement
d. Continuing Professional Education

4. During the distribution of the report card, which of the following must be the foremost
concern of a teacher?

a. Discuss the projects of the school.

b. Discuss the progress as well as the deficiencies of the students.
c. Discuss the unsettled bill of the students.
d. Discuss the complaints of other teachers and classmates of the students.

5. Miss Reyes is a new teacher like you. During her first few weeks in school, she
felt like quitting teaching. At the end of the day she is totally burned out. If you were in her
place from whom will you ask assistance?
a. from the principal c. from co-teachers
b. from the parents d. from pupils

F. Activities and Assessments

Activity 1. After reading the key concepts, work on the following:

Self-Reflection

I realized that …..

Teacher as role model
We should act as a role model to our pupils. We should set standards and do what
is right. We should have good manners and right conduct so the pupils may adapt
it from us. We are expected to be the best figure of someone worthy of looking up
to, especially our learners.
Teacher’s personality
I, as teacher should be open, friendly and have a pleasing personality that would
encourage pupils and make them feel accommodated and loved that they can see
that we are approachable and willing to guide them.
 Teacher’s social adjustment
We should adjust to our environment, to our diverse set of pupils, to our co-
teachers, to the parents and other stakeholders. It is important that we are
adjustable because we associate with different types of individuals in our work.
Teacher’s professional growth and development
We should aim to have a higher goal in mind like developing our life as a
professional. We should acquire more skills to follow the demand of work and
society. Never stop learning because change is inevitable.
Teacher’s accountability
We should be responsible always in everything that we do as a teacher. Be
responsible for your own action & be accountable for them.

Activity 2. Study the following cases. Guided by your understanding of the Code of Ethics
for Professional Teachers (Appendix 1), identify the article and the provision that can guide
the teacher to come up with his best action. Write your answers on the space provided in each
number.

Case 1
Mr. Antonio B. Baguio received a complaint from the guardian of one of his students
regarding the grade of his daughter in English. Mr. Baguio listened to the complaint of the
guardian with sympathy and referred it to the teacher concerned for clarification.

Is Mr. Baguio right in his

Article in the Code of action?
Provision statement
Ethics (Explain based on the
provision of the article)
Article VIII. Teachers and Section 1 A teacher has the right
the Learners and duty to determine the
academic marks of the
learners. In case of any
complaints, teachers
concerned shall
immediately take
appropriate actions.

Case 2
During barangay fiesta, Mr. Ben Y. Maya, a public school teacher, was designated as the
fiesta directorate chairman. Because of his talent, he accepted the task willingly even
without any honorarium. He facilitated the culture-based activities that resulted to a very
organized celebration of their barrio fiesta.

Is it alright for Mr. Maya not to receive payment for the services he rendered
during the barrio fiesta?

Is Mr. Maya right in his

action
Article in the Code Provision
(Explain based on the
of Ethics statement
provision
of the article)
Article II. Teacher and the Section 1 Each teacher is a trustee
State of the cultural and the
heritage of the nation.

Case 3
Mrs. Jenny San Jose is a new teacher in Malaban National High School. The school is
scheduled to hold its Reading Camp on a Saturday. Relative to this activity, Mrs. Josie
Rivera, the school principal, advised the faculty to attend and help the organizers to facilitate
the event.
Mrs. San Jose who is enrolled in a master’s degree program informed the principal that she
could not make it for she needs to attend her Saturday class. Is it correct not to render service
on a Saturday because of her studies?

Is Mrs. San Jose correct in

Article in the Code Provision his action?
of Ethics statement (Explain based on the
provision of the article)
Article II. Teacher and the Section 6 No. A teacher who accepts
State a position assumes as
contractual obligation to
live up to his contract.

Case 4
Mrs. Anna Lee A. Amores does not want her student named Joel to be the highest honor
awardee but she prefers Leonard, another student to get the recognition. In order to ensure
that Leonard will get the highest honor award, she gave Joel low grades in recitation and in
performance tasks. Is it right to give Joel low grades just to make Leonard the awardee?
Is Mrs. Amores right in
her action
Article in the Code Provision
(Explain based on the
of Ethics statement
provision of
the article)
Article VIII: The Teacher Section 6
and Learner

Case 5
Mr. Mario B. Reyes has been teaching for the last 15 years. Every time his principal would
ask him to attend training, he would always decline and would ask another teacher to attend
the said training. Is this proper?

Is Mr. Reyes correct in his

Article in the Code Provision action?
of Ethics statement (Explain based on the
provision of the article)
Article II. teacher and the Section 11 Every teacher or school
State official shall actively help
carry out the declared
policies of the state.
ACTIVITY 3.
Now that you are done reading and analyzing the different provisions and articles specified in
the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers, you are requested to share your insights
focusing on the learning that you gained from this session and at the same time, other
information that you think are necessary to understand about the Code of Ethics.

What are my significant How will these learnings be of help

learnings? to you as a teacher?

I learned that teachers like me possess dignity I will now have standards that shall
and reputation with high moral values as well strictly adhere to, observe and practice
as technical and professional competence in this set of ethical and moral principles,
the practice of noble profession. standards and values.

How will these Other information relative to Code of Ethics

learnings be of that I want to know
help to you as
a teacher?

MY PLEDGE OF COMMITMENT
I,_ESTRELITA P. REFUERZO, Teacher III of VIGAN CENTRAL
SCHOOL
commit myself to adhere to the Code of Ethics, which will serve as
my guide in everything I do in the service of my profession.

It is my goal to establish maximum services to my clientele, being a

public servant.

I vow to utilize government resources effectively and efficiently for the

betterment of everyone.

ESTRELITA P. REFUERZO
Name and Signature of Teacher
G. Reflection

Study the following situations. Choose the best option by putting a check on the space
provided for each choice. Explain your answer.

Situation no. 1
Being a person known for his integrity and credibility, Mr. Elbert R. Tolentino has been
serving as part of the Board of Election Canvassers for the past 10 years. However, in the
coming elections, his mother will be running as barangay captain. Because of this, he is asked
to campaign for her. Is it alright for him to campaign for his mother’s candidacy? Explain
your answer.
Yes. Because as a teacher, he also has his personal life and part of it is to support
his family, but he must be fair to everyone even if he will serve in election.

Situation no. 2
Mr. Mario Ocampo, who has been teaching for the last 25 years, refused to attend an
important conference in Mindanao. Every time he is asked by the principal to attend such an
activity, he always requests a new teacher to attend. As a professional teacher, is it right to
express refusal in attending conferences.
No it is part of the ICB to have continuous professional development and
conference or seminars are part of it.

Situation no. 3
Ms. Rose Q. Reyes posted two-piece swimwear picture of herself in her Facebook page. She
received negative comments from the community and stakeholders. Ms. Reyes justified that
she has the right to post anything on her Facebook account since it was her personal account.
Is it right for Mrs. Reyes to do such?
No. Because a teacher shall maintain at all times a dignified personality which
could serve as a model worthy of emulation by learners, peers and all others.

Situation no. 4
During barangay fiesta, Mr. Ben Y. Maya was designated as the fiesta directorate chairman.
Because of his talent, he accepted the task willingly even without any honorarium. He
facilitated culture-based activities that made their barangay fiesta a significant one. Is it
alright for Mr. Maya not to receive any compensation for his services rendered since this will
be a precedent for the succeeding activity coordinator?
Yes.

Situation no. 5
Mrs. Dae P. Habalo, of Sibulan National High School refused to admit a student for not being
a resident of the said barangay where the school is located. Is it right for her to do so?
 No. A teacher under no circumstances shall discriminate a learner.

Situation no. 6
Traditionally, a civic parade is held with school participating during Independence Day. All
teachers and students are required to attend. All of Mrs. Katherine Y. Sedillo’s students are
excited to join the said parade but she did not join them due to personal reason and only asked
the president of the class to check the attendants of his classmates. Is the decision of Mrs.
Sedillo not answerable for any untoward incident to happen to the students?
No. A teacher shall recognize the welfare of learners, and they are of first and
foremost concerns.

Situation no. 7
Madam Estelita Ramos, a teacher III at Malunta Elementary School has a take-home pay of P
7,500.00 every month. She decided to borrow money from Provincial Savings Bank with a
monthly deduction of P3,500. In the same month she also borrowed money to First Diamond
Lending Company with a monthly deduction of P 3,500.00. In the first 2 months she enjoyed
a take home pay of P7,500.00 because the 2 lending institutions will deduct on the 3rd month
from the date she borrowed. Is it alright for Mrs. Ramos to borrow the amount considering
that she don’t have enough take home pay when the deduction will take effect?
No. A teacher shall maintain a good reputation with respect to the financial
matters such as the settlements of her debts.

Situation no. 8
Mr. Ricky dela Cruz is one of the youngest teachers in Silab Community High School. Due to
his young age he has lots of friends and barkadas. After school hours, he is always seen with
his friends in an internet café playing Dota, in gambling dens, and in beerhouses. He also
frequently seen in discos during weekends. Is Mr. Cruz acting as a good model to his
students?
No. He shall maintain at all times a dignified personality and act as a role model
to everyone.
H. Post-Test

Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1. Toward the end of the school year, the mother of one of the candidates for honors visits
you to ask about her child’s chances of graduating with honors.
She brings a basket of fruits in season for you. What should you do?
a. Reject the basket of fruits and tell her that you have enough at home.
b. Accept the fruits and assure the mother that the daughter will be given honor
student.
c. Respectfully reject the offer and explain that you might be accused of bribery.
d. Explain the chance of the daughter objectively and graciously accept the offer.

2. Which of the following is NOT correct under the Code of Ethics for Teachers regarding
teacher and business?
a. No teacher shall act, directly or indirectly, as agent of, or be financially interested
in any commercial venture which furnishes textbooks and other school
commodities.
b. A teacher has no right to engage, directly or indirectly, in legitimate income
generation.
c. A teacher shall maintain a good reputation with respect to the financial matters
such as in the settlement of his debts and loans in arranging satisfactorily his
private financial affairs.
d. None of the above.

3. Every teacher shall participate in the _________________ program of the PRC and shall
pursue other studies as will improve his efficiency, prestige, and strengthen his or her
competence.
a. Professional Enhancement
b. Maximizing Learning Competence
c. Continuing Educational Enhancement
d. Continuing Professional Education

4. During the distribution of the report card, which of the following must be the foremost
concern of a teacher?
a. Discuss the projects of the school.
b. Discuss the progress as well as the deficiencies of the students.
c. Discuss the unsettled bill of the students.
d. Discuss the complaints of other teachers and classmates of the students.

5. Miss Reyes is a new teacher like you. During her first few weeks in school, she felt like
quitting teaching. At the end of the day she is totally burned out. If you were in her place
from whom will you ask assistance?
a. from the principal
b. from the parents
c. from co-teachers
d. from pupils

SESSION 8:
RESULTS-BASED PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (RPMS)

E. Activities and Assessment

Recall your teaching practices and make a list of your strengths and development needs.
Develop Resources
Strengths Actions to be undertaken Timeline
mental Needs Needed
Develop skills and
techniques on innovating
Motivation
and improving prepared
June 2019- from
Assessment Curriculum lessons from the
March Superiors,
and Reporting and Planning curriculum.
2020 Seminars and
Time management in
Workshops
planning learning concepts
for learners.

Provide appropriate objectives, activities, and outputs on the given KRAs

KRAs Objectives Activities Outputs/MOV
Classroom Used differentiated Classroom COT by Master
management developmentally Observation and Teacher,
appropriate learning Differentiated Leaning documentation
experiences to address Activities photos, lesson plan,
learner’s gender, needs, learners’ outputs
strengths, interests and and rubrics for
experiences. varied type of
learning activities.
Professional Selected, developed, Attended seminars Seminar
Development organized and used and trainings through Certificates and
appropriate teaching and online (webinars) like Pictures of
learning resources DepEd LMDS and Attendance
including ICT, to address other enhancement
learning goals. webinars for
professional
development
Community Engaged and participated Participated in Pictures and
Development in community homeroom meetings, Attendance log
partnerships through meetings with sheet
parents and other barangay officials
stakeholders to address
and community concerns.
Write down performance indicators based on the identified objectives and KRAs.

KRAs Objectives Activities

Classroom Used differentiated Used different teaching
management developmentally appropriate strategies that develop critical
learning experiences to address and creative thinking and/or
learner’s gender, needs, strengths, other HOTS as shown in MOV
interests and experiences. 1 with a rating of 5
Professional Selected, developed, organized and Developed and used varied
Development used appropriate teaching and teaching and learning resources
 learning resources including ICT, including ICT to address
to address learning goals. learning ICT to address
learning goals as shown in
MOV1 with a rating of 5
Community Engaged and participated in Submitted a combination of
Development community partnerships through that at least of the any
parents and other stakeholders to acceptable given MOV - 5
address and community concerns.

F. Reflection

Reflect on the following questions.

1. Recall your experience on how you have accomplished your previous IPCRF and learning
activities and assessment. What insights have you learned from them?
I learned to keep the attachments and it serves as guide for me to do better and
his targets.

2. Are there other interventions you need to continuously improve yourself? Cite examples.
Trainings for teaching and curriculum and as well as mentoring by head
teachers.

3. In a form of a journal, write your synthesis of learning gained from this lesson and the
points that challenge and inspire you as a newly hired teacher.
I have learned more about the teaching ratings and how it is very important for
me.

SESSION 9:
SALARIES, WAGES, AND BENEFITS OF TEACHERS

C. Pre-Test
Directions: Encircle the letter of the best answer.
1. What is the program requiring newly hired teachers to read the series of learning modules
and do several activities?
A. orientation program C. in-service program
B. induction program D. professional program

2. What do you call to the “2 months’ summer vacation pay” being paid to teachers
A. teacher’s leave pay C. proportional vacation pay
B. special leave pay D. leave of absence pay
3. What privilege is given to a pregnant, married or unmarried teacher?
A. teacher’s study leave C. maternity leave
B. teacher’s sick leave D. all of the above

4. Who among these teachers can avail of wedding anniversary leave?

A. A teacher who has rendered 7 years of continuous service.
B. A teacher who has accumulated service credits.
C. A teacher who does not enjoy the 2 months long vacation.
D. Only married teachers.

5. Which of the following benefits is not given annually?

A. Clothing Allowance
B. Step Increment
C. Cash gift of five thousand pesos
D. Performance Based Bonus

6. Which of the following is the primary basis for the computation of the retirement benefits?
A. Age of the teacher C. Age and number of years in service
B. Health condition D. Number of teaching experience

7. What Republic Act allows one salary grade higher upon retirement?
A. R.A 4670 B. R.A. 4760 C. R.A. 7640 D. R.A.1476

8. What government agencies take care of the social security protection of teachers both
public and private schools?
A. GSIS and Philhealth C. Philhealth and SSS
B. GSIS and SSS D. Philhealth and Pag-ibig

9. What is the primary requirement for a public-school teacher to avail study and
scholarship grants?
A. Must be less than 50 years old.
B. Must have taught for at least 2 years and must hold a regular appointment.
C. Must hold a college degree related to the field of study or has sufficiently
demonstrated ability and experience in the scholarship field.
D. Must have no pending application for scholarship or study grant under another
program.

10. What law allows the solo parent employee to avail parental leave where physical
presence is required?
A. Civil Service Commission Memorandum Circular No. 07, series 2004.
B. Civil Service Commission Memorandum Circular No. 08, series 2004.
C. Civil Service Commission Memorandum Circular No. 09, series 2004.
D. Civil Service Commission Memorandum Circular No. 10, series 2004.

E. Activities and Assessment

Reflect on the following statements and write your impressions.

1. Teachers employed by the government are provided incentives to develop and hone their
potentials, and values for better public service.
We have our trainings and seminars every year to develop and enhance our
 skills, talents, and values for better public service.

2. Induction programs are activities to update newly hired teachers about the government
thrusts, operations, duties, responsibilities, benefits, and privileges.
Induction program are program for newly hired teachers for them to develop a
sense of pride, belongingness, and commitment to public service. And the
program that update newly hired teachers is orientation program.

3. A scholarship program service contract will oblige you to render return service for the
privilege you earned before you can apply for another scholarship.
It is okay to render return service for the privilege you earned before applying
again for another scholarship.

4. A local scholarship program may be allowed to teachers who may at the same time report
to school provided the degree or course is finished within the prescribed period. However, if
teachers will not be allowed to study on official time, they may go on official vacation leave
with pay, or leave without pay. This leave should not be more than 1 year in case there are
not enough leave credits.
It will be a great privilege for a teacher to have the scholarship program.

5. A graduate program is a career path teachers may pursue to enhance and maximize
professional growth and for promotion in the department
. Continuous professional development is very essential for teacher.

Complete the table by providing data

Are you State the said Is it

entitled with provision as reasonably
Leave Privileges
this leave? stated in the lawful?
(Yes or No) law Explain.
1. Maternity Leave Yes Only pregnant Yes
women who are
teaching and have
rendered at least an
aggregate of 2 years
of service are
entitled.
No. It should be all
Only married male is
his children not only
entitled to paternity
2. Paternity Leave No when has his first
leave of 7 days for
child can he have
the first children
this privilege.
3. Study Leave No Must have rendered Yes
at least seven years
of continuous
 service.
Such leave will be
charge against
4. Sick leave Yes Yes
accrued service
credit
2 months long
vacation that
5. Vacation leave Yes Yes
teachers enjoy
during summer
Only solo parent can
6. Parental Leave Yes Yes
avail

F. Reflection

“I AM VALUED AND REWARDED”

Write insights gained and perceived on teacher’s entitlements benefits, rewards, and
recognition.

Teachers are well compensated, and benefits are well planned and prepared. I
am proud to say that I learned so much and appreciated the love of DepEd and
concerns for the teacher’s well-being and needs to attain work and life balance.