Name: CHERRYL ROSE ANN S.

GULADA

I’m Cherryl Rose Ann S. Gulada, 26, graduated at Notre Dame of Dadiangas University
and currently teaching at Panamin Integrated School an Taga-kaulo IP school, one of the
farthest school in South Malungon District for almost 3 years now. I’m a grade 7 adviser
teaching English 7 & 8 as well as Esp 7 and Filipino 9. In this time of pandemic, the mode of
modality that we are using are modular and the radio based instruction. Students will just listen
to the RBI while answering their LAS. And I made a group chat for each of my subjects so that I
can still communicate my students during this pandemic.
As an English teacher who was assigned in a far- flung area is not easy because in my
school, my students think that learning English is really difficult. And yet, no matter what
differences these students, their uniqueness flows throughout the classroom in such a positive
energy that embraces, respects, and promotes learning. This is the goal I am working towards;
the goal of inspiring our youth to become self-advocates for their learning.
What skills do you need as a teacher?
These skills is also applicable not just during traditional face to face but as well as this
new normal setting. Teaching is such an important and noble profession, but there are some
characteristics that can really help us to be even more effective teacher. Every teacher is
different, and that’s a good thing. Different teachers can reach different students in unique
ways, which is valuable for their success. However, there are some fairly consistent traits
among great teachers.

Patience. Every student will have their own unique struggles. Some will have a difficult
time reading. For others, math will not come easily. For others, being able to sit still during
school is the struggle! Patience in a teacher is key to helping students overcome their struggles.
With large classrooms and many students who are all different, patience is a must for a good
teacher. And, demonstrating patience as a teacher is a great way to be a role model to
students.

Empathy. Empathy is an important quality for teachers. Pupils and students have big
feelings and are often dealing with more than we know outside the classroom. As a teacher, it’s
important to be able to empathize with what they are feeling, even if it may not seem like a big
deal. Pupils and students need to have their emotions validated in order to understand and
process them well. This is crucial in helping them become emotionally mature.

Drive for self-improvement. A great teacher should be able to look at themselves

objectively and see where they can improve. That can be in teaching methods, subject matter,
or people-skills. When teachers can review themselves and know where to focus their attention,
they can become even better. We teachers should also be willing to engage in lifelong learning,
whether that be going back to school for a master’s degree, attending conferences to help us
learn more about education, or reading books and articles about their field.
 Adaptable. When working with other people, students or other teachers alike, certain
expectations may not always be met. Your teaching methods may not work in a certain way with
a certain class, schedules may change, and adjustments may need to be made with little or no
notice. This trait is vital for us teachers who want to help each unique individual find success in
them. It's an important characteristic when teaching to always move your lessons around in the
way that promotes learning in the best possible way.

Lastly, I make it to a point that I take note of the principle of multiple intelligences and
understands that each and every child has his/her own special talents and skills. I also ensure
that what is taught in the classroom is not left there, but should rather go beyond the walls of the
room and should be applied by the students to real life situations.