Teaching as a Vocation,

Mission, and a Profession

PREPARED BY: FAUJIYA SALIM
Let’s Define Teaching:
1.)Iqbal (1996) indicates three uses of the
word “teaching” in common discourse:

a.) body of knowledge

b.) an occupation or a profession of a teacher
c.) the way of making something known to
others

2.) the act, practice, or profession of a 

teacher
www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teaching

3.) Process Imparting/Transfer of knowledge

from the teacher to the students
Vocation
It is a strong feeling of
sustainability for a particular
career or occupation

Vocation comes from the Latin word “vocare” which means

to call. Based on the etymology of the word, vocation, A calling is a sacred gift, it’s a way
therefore, means a call. If there is a call, there must be a to reach out. ( Chard, 2002).
caller and someone who is called. There must also be a
response. Teaching is a vocation. For theists, it is a calling
from God worthy of our response. For atheists, it is a calling
without a vertical dimension.
True Vocation is using your gifts
for the benefit of others in a way
that makes you happy. You don’t
necessarily need a paying
occupation to do that
 Teaching as a Vocation
There is PERSONAL
COMMITMENT

LOVING CONCERN for one’s A teacher who practices Assume a teaching role out of
Student teaching as his vocation SERVICE
responds to the strong
feeling, or calling for service,
just like historic biblical
SELF-LESS
figures, with utmost
Clarity and Patience dedication.

Choice
 Perhaps, you never dreamed to become
a teacher

But you are here now to become one!

TEACHING AS A
How did it happen?
VOCATION

From the Eyes of those who believe, it

was God who called you here

The fact that you are here in the

University, taking PEC class signifies
that you positively responded to the
call to teach, right?
Teaching as a Mission
MISSION
1.) Comes from the Latin word “misio” which means to send. https://www.merriam-webster.com

2.) Task or Job that someone is given to do. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/task

3.) a body of persons sent to perform a service http://www.thefreedictionary.com/mission

TEACHING AS A MISSION: 3 Elements
The MISSION The LEARNER
The TEACHER
1.) To Impart Knowledge to our students
The DOER of the Mission The OBJECT of the Mission
2.) To teach the child the fundamental concepts and help him
master basic skills so he can continue acquiring higher level
skills in order to become a productive member of society The outcome of the learners
determine the achievement of
3.) To influence every child entrusted in our care to become the mission
better and happier because life becomes more meaningful,
thereby making a lasting impact.

4.) To help the child become more human.

“ To Inform and Transform”

1. Knowledge and Skill

2. Character

3. Passion
Teaching as a Profession

PROFESSION
A paid occupation, especially one that involves prolonged training and a formal
qualification (https://search.yahoo.com/search?ei=utf-
8&fr=tightropetb&p=Profession&type=64891_051717)

A calling requiring specialized knowledge and often long and intensive academic
preparation (Merriam Webster)
Characteristic of a Profession

Characteristics of the Profession ( Barker, P.2004)

1.) Possess skills and competence

2.)Serve public, their clients above self-interest
3.) Receive an extensive period of education
4.) Competence is tested by means of appropriate examination and other forms of
assessment
5.) Received action based training in the professional skills
6.) Licensed to practice
7.) Existence and enforcement of a code of ethics and professional conduct
Profession

The term professional is one of the most exalted in the

English language, denoting as it does, long and
arduous years of preparation, a striving for
excellence, a dedication to the public interest, and
commitment to moral and ethical values”.
- Hermogenes P. Pobre, Ph.D.
Teaching as a Profession
Teaching as a Profession
1.) The teaching process is done for
remuneration
2.) There is expectation of certain
expertise
Why long
and arduous
years of 3.)There is accountability for academic
preparation expertise and skills.
a.) have a mastery of their field/ craft
for teaching? b.) have knowledge in other fields as
well
c.) Update to almost everything-
“authentic learning”
Teaching as a Profession
“ pwede na”

“talgang ganyan, wala na tayong

magagawa”

As creators of all other profession,

a striving for “ step out side the comfort zone”

excellence 1. Quality of work

2. Initiative
3. Persistence: Take no for an answer
Teaching as a Profession

Teaching is the Noblest Profession

commitment to - REQUIRES THE HIGHEST
moral and STANDARD OF MORALITY-
ethical values
Teaching and a Life of Meaning

Teaching may not be a lucrative position. It cannot

guarantee financial security. It even means investing
your personal time, energy, and resources. Sometimes
it means disappointments, heartaches, and pains. But
touching the hearts of people and opening the minds
of children can give you joy and contentment which
money could not buy. These are the moments I teach
for. These are the moments I live for.”
- Dr. Josette T. Biyo
Integration

Share a short reflection/

realization on the significance of
knowing that teaching is a
profession, a mission and a
vocation, as aspiring teachers.
Thank you very much
Resources:

 https://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/sk/excellence.htm

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary
 
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 http://www.thefreedictionary.com/mission
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