GEE-PMT Module 2

Week 3- THE TEACHER AS A PROFESSIONAL

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This module presents an overview of the teacher as a professional, the qualifications and preparations.
This also presents appropriate demeanors expected of a teacher.

I. OBJECTIVES. Specifically, after working on this module, you should be able to do the following:
1. Discuss varying concepts about the teacher as a professional
2. Make a sound judgement on the need for continuing education for teachers
3. Share personal ideas and points of view on teachers’ demeanor.

II. Preliminary Activity:

Please watch the video in this link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-izSCnmppM

What did you feel after watching the video?

Share your thoughts

Kindly share with us your “Dahil kay Ma’am” story. Let’s
talk about it in the class.
III. Discussion
THE TEACHER AS A PROFESSIONAL
o The Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC) has listed teaching as a profession hence,
teachers are professionals.
• To be a professional, one has to satisfy the following requisites.
1. Must have passed the licensure examination for the profession. In the case of
teachers, it is the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).
2. Must continuously grow in the profession by attending or participating in
professional development activities like seminars, workshops, conferences and
other activities that will enhance the skills and knowledge of the professional.
3. Must abide by the code of ethics for the profession. In order to be included in the
list of professional teachers, you should comply with all the requirements stated.
4. To be a professional requires a lot of hard work, dedication and faithfulness to the
ethical values of the profession. To be called a professional teacher is a right, a
privilege and at the same time a distinction.

Recruitment and Qualification

o Minimum educational qualifications for teacher-applicants:

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 • The minimum educational qualification for
kindergarten and elementary levels shall be a
bachelor’s degree in education.
• For teachers of the secondary schools, Bachelor's
degree in Education or its equivalent with a major
and a minor; or a Bachelor's degree in Arts or
Science with at least eighteen professional units in
Education.
• For teachers of secondary vocational and two years
technical courses, Bachelor's degree in the field of
specialization with at least eighteen professional
units in education;
• For teachers of courses on the collegiate level,
other than vocational, master's degree with a
specific area of specialization (Sec. 3. Magna Carta
for Teachers)

Professional Qualities
1. Mastery of the subject matter – this is the first essential requisite of effective
teaching.
The teacher must:
• Have a thorough grasp of the subject he
teaches
• must possess a wide range of knowledge
and information of the subject
• keep abreast and keep up with new trends
and development in his area
2. Understanding the learner – 2nd essential of
effective teaching is knowledge of the nature of
the learner. It is important that the teacher
must like the learner. A teacher who has a
genuine concern and sincere love for children
can virtually imbue them with love of studying
and learning. It is important to be aware and
understand the:
a. Basic principles of human growth and development
b. Different levels of intellectual and emotional maturity of the children
c. Learner’s interests, background, and previous experiences which in effect,
can be used in motivating the learners.
3. Understanding the principles and methods of teaching and skill in the use of
strategies and techniques for proper implementation. The teacher should be
able to promote learning effectively through:
• Knowing what to teach (subject matter) Knowing how to teach(method)
4. General understanding of other branches/field of knowledge – the teacher must
keep abreast with the explosion of knowledge and be able to show how his
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 subject relates with other areas of knowledge. A broad understanding of the
arts, languages, literature, philosophy, mathematics, physical science and culture
is necessary.
5. Understanding and taking pride of teaching as a profession – the teacher must:
• Understand his task and the corresponding responsibility
• Value and uphold ethical professional relationships with other people at
all times
• Be aware of the importance of professional organizations for teachers
and be an active member
• Be aware of the need for keeping abreast with the demands, changes and
challenges in education through various in-service programs.

• Teachers’ personality must be natural and genuine, that is, devoid of pretenses and
artificiality. They must be consistent, true and authentic.
• The teachers, more than any other professional, are momentarily subjected to scrutiny
to the minutest detail and observation by those they associate with. Teachers are judged
more strictly than other professionals. The personality they project determines the
impressions they make upon students and colleagues. Their poise, bearing and manner
of dressing create a stunning and attractive appearance. Their facial expression
communicates a friendly and amiable disposition.

Polished Demeanor- refers to the more refined behavior, manner or appearance of the teacher
towards the students and other people.

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 • Untucked- While moving around teaching
all day, it is easy for your shirt to come
untucked. Reaching to write on the board
and other actions can cause this. It looks
very sloppy for part of your shirt to be
untucked and hanging out. Be sure to
check and make sure your shirt remains
tucked in.
• Matching- This one may sound obvious but
some people it isn’t. Your clothing should
always match. You cannot just pair any
color with another. Mixing different
patterns can also cause other disasters.

Activity 2. Does teacher demeanor affect the behavior of students? Yes or No? Why?

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 • Gestures are used to increase engagement, connection and confidence, to foster
communication and provide explanations, and to manage classroom.

IV. Assessment: Short quiz

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V. References:
• https://www.teacherph.com/teacher-induction-program-modules/
• http://www.mom-psych.com/Articles/Education/Teachers-Gestures-and-Math-Learning-PR1004.html
• https://www.alamy.com/successfully-graduated-youth-mentoring-man-well-groomed-attractive-teacher-in-front-of-
classroom-obsessed-with-knowledge-teacher-of-her-dreams-handsome-teacher-school-and-college-education-
image246454983.html
• https://steemit.com/education/@bdmomuae/what-makes-the-teaching-profession-professional

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