The Teacher and His Profession Objectives:1. Identify the components of effective teaching.2. Enumerate the multifarious tasks of a teacher.3. Differentiate professional qualities from personal qualities.4. Explain the importance of each of the preparation for teaching.5. Delineate the need for a teacher to be governed by specific rules in his professional and personal conduct.COMPONENTS OF EFFECTIVE TEACHING Teachers guide learning Sharing responsibility in counseling and guidance Sponsoring extra class activities Working with parents and the community Observing professional responsibilities2 major categories in which the characteristics of an effective teacher may be grouped: Professional qualities -teachers knowledge of general subject matter to be taught, his understanding of psychological and educational principles, and his understanding and appreciation of the teaching profession. Personal qualities -those that stem from the teachers personality, his interests, attitudes, and beliefs, his behavior in working relationships with pupils and other individuals, and the like. Characteristics of an Effective Teacher Professional Qualities1. Mastery of the subject/ field one teaches2. Understanding of the learner3. Understanding of teaching principles and skill in the use of techniques for their implementation4.General understanding of other branches of knowledge 5. Understanding and appreciation of the teaching profession 1. MASTERY OF THE SUBJECT/FIELD ONE TEACHES The first essential of effective teaching is that the teacher must have a thorough grasp of the subject he teaches. Effective learning demands that the teacher possesses solid knowledge of the subject or the field that he teaches. To master ones field is to keep on learning more about it. A teacher cannot simply learn the rudiments of the subject, master them thoroughly, and then stop. If a teacher is to continue learning about his subject matter, he must like it. As Gilbert Highet (1965) writes: The teacher who dislikes his subject or is indifferent to it always runs the risk of becoming a hypocrite.2. UNDERSTANDING OF THE LEARNER Second essential effective teaching is knowledge of children. Understanding basic principles of human growth and development He must know how much children at various levels of maturity are capable of understanding. He must know the interest and previous experiences. He must know the adjustments have to make at various stages of development and the physical, emotional and social problems. He must like the characteristics of the children.3. UNDERSTANDING OF TEACHING PRINCIPLES AND SKILL IN THE USE OF TECHNIQUES FOR THEIR IMPLEMENTATION. If a person knows his subject, he can teach it is not true. A teacher must know not what (subject matter) but also how (method) to teach. The third essential of effective teaching is skill with teaching methods. teaching methods: understanding of curriculum theory and practice, the nature and principles of learning, types of learning outcomes, and the psychology of motivation and individual differences, skill of techniques of facilitating purposeful learning-discussion, questioning, group work, audio-visual materials, directed study, techniques in evaluating pupils progress, classroom management.4. GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF OTHER BRANCHES OF KNOWLEDGE He must understand the interrelation and independence of various areas of knowledge. A teacher must be ready to cope with the possible questions relating to other field of knowledge children might raise. A broad general background is especially needed by elementary teacher of self contained classroom wherein he teaches the content of most subjects (arts, languages, philosophy, mathematics, literature and physical sciences) Special emphasis is placed on teachers communication skills. Ability to communicate ideas effectively, to listen intelligently and to read critically are considered essential effective teaching.5. UNDERSTANDING AND APPRECIATION OF THE TEACHING PROFESSION- A teacher must know how to work effectively not only with pupils but also with all other persons involved in school. He must be aware of the value of high ethical professional relationships. A teacher must understand the importance of his profession as socially useful work and recognize its rewards as well as its restrictions and trials. He must be aware of the value of professional organizations to himself and to education in general. He must be aware of the need of keeping abreast with changes in education through various in-service education programsPersonal QualitiesWhat are the personal qualities of an effective teacher? Interrelated with professional qualities It is intangible Various studies on students opinions are made to identify the personal qualities of an effective teacher1. Intellectual2. Social3. Physical4. Emotional5. Moral INSTRUCTIONAL COMPETENCIES A. Teaching Skills1. Identifies specific needs, interest, and capacities of individual pupils and provides adequately for these2. Analyzes and identifies specific learning tasks3. Shows evidence of mastery of subject matter4. Provides varied learning experiences for the development of communication, for work, and for interpretative and other basic skills involved in the learning tasks5. Selects, prepares, and utilizes instructional materials and aids effectively in achieving goals6. Selects appropriate available community resources and uses these effectively in the teaching-learning process.7. Motivates the lessons and asks questions effectively to develop critical thinking and creativity 8. Creates and tries out appropriate strategies and materials that meet the peculiar needs and problems of children9. Communicates ideas effectively in Filipino10. Communicates ideas effectively in EnglishB. Guidance Skills1. Shows interest in pupils problems and needs and helps meet them2. Provides for the maximum involvement of pupils in the learning activities3. Stimulates and compliments pupils to elicit positive and active interaction4. Functions effectively as a member of the learning group5. Helps pupils develop self-discipline in and through the processC. Management Skills1. Prepares adequately for the days learning activities2. Starts learning activities promptly3. Provides a permissive and stimulating atmosphere that encourages pupils to raise questions and suggests alternative questions to problems4. Administers tests effectively and returns corrected papers and others pupils work promptly5. Achieves teaching objectives to the optimum degree possible for the particular subject, lesson, or activity within reasonable period of timeD. Evaluation Skills1. Uses specific criteria for the accurate evaluation of individual performance2. Selects, evolves and utilizes criterion-reference tests3. Analyzes and interprets evaluation results skillfully4. Utilizes evaluation results as a basis for improving instruction E. Personal and Social Competencies 1. observe Teachers Code of Ethics2. set good examples to pupils3. show honesty and integrities4. leadership5. observes proper grooming and attire6. prepares neat and organized report 7. use free time wiselyThe Teachers Job1. Guiding the learning processTo do this, the teacher must guide the learning process of children by planning and organizing meaningful learning experiences creating a desirable learning environment using a variety of instructional materials providing for individual differences and; appraising pupil growth and development.

2. Counseling and GuidanceCounseling and guidance are not the responsibility of the school guidance counselor alone. Because of his close contact with the pupils, the teacher is the best position to know much about them their interests, needs, difficulties, habits, attitudes beliefs and aspirations. The teacher finds such knowledge about his pupils helpful in assisting them with their many and varied problems. In performing this guidance function, the teacher finds various sources and procedures to know his pupils and their needs, works closely with and the guidance counselor, and learns the techniques of individual as well as group guidance.3. Sponsoring extra class activitiesExtra class activities are considered important in contributing to the development of children. The extent of extra class programs varies from one school to another. Some of these activities are student organizations, publications, athletics, speech, drama, and music. Extra class activities are considered important in contributing to the development of children. The extent of extra class programs varies from one school to another. Some of these activities are student organizations, publications, athletics, speech, drama, and music.4. Working with parents and the communityThe teachers important responsibility is the establishment of harmonious relationships between the school and community. To perform this responsibility, the teacher interprets his work and that of the school to parents by conferring with them about their children at school or at home, cooperating actively in community organizations, and participates in various PTA activities and the community activities for social, economic, and political improvement.5. Professional ResponsibilitiesIt is his responsibility to improve himself by maintaining high standards of personal and professional conduct and by continuing to grow professionally. A teacher who truly loves his job takes pride in his profession. Not for a moment does he lose faith in the worth whileness of teaching as a profession.Preparation for Teaching2 types of teacher-education Preservice In-service1. Preservice educationThree basic areas Subject matter education the prospective teacher masters the field or fields of knowledge which he chooses to teach General education he studies different areas of knowledge outside his special subject field Professional education the prospective teacher gets to know and understand the educational and psychological bases of the teaching-learning process as well as the methods and techniques of teachingA. Personal/Social Traitsa) Conscious of their significant rolesb) Show appreciation for and promote desirable Filipino valuesc) Possess an objective and scientific outlookd) Develop a feeling of involvement and concern in national and international issuese) Cherish and value a deep love of countryf) Value high moral integrityg) Practice and believe in the principles of human rights B. Professional Competenciesa) Translate national development goals into viable programs of instructionb) Know and understand the nature, needs, and motivations of their pupils/studentsc) Demonstrate performance on the qualitative and quantitative aspects of teachingd) Practice sound educational management and processese) Encourage independent and creative thinkingf) Understand the legal aspects of education 2. In-service educationMost common inservice education in the PhilippinesFaculty and departmental meetings and individual and group conferences with principals and/or supervisorsAttendance at lectures, seminars, and workshopsStudy groups, professional readingsVisitation of other classes, preschool conferencesConventions and conferences, local or nationalMembership in professi0onal organizationsGraduate studiesThe Ethics of the Teaching ProfessionThe Code of Ethics for Filipino Teachers includes the following:A. Relationship with the state1. The teacher should see to it that the national objective of education is achieved by the school he serves.2. He should consider himself as a trustee of the cultural and educational heritage of the nation.3. He should earnestly endeavor to help carry out the declared policies of the State in accordance with the Philippine constitution.B. Relationship with his students1. It is his responsibility to guide every pupil/student to develop his potentiality and capability to the outmost.2. He should make the learning experiences of the pupils/students enjoyable, fruitful, and meaningful.3. He should be firm but gentle in matters of discipline.4. He should never allow himself to be influenced by any consideration other than merit in the evaluation of the pupils/students work.5. He should always maintain his dignity and self-respect and should refrain from receiving favors directly or indirectly from any of his pupils/students or their parents. C. Relationship with his associates1. The teacher should maintain wholesome and cordial relationship with his associates and this should be based on the principles of the democratic cooperative action and mutual respect.2. He should exercise discretion in matters concerning confidential information about associates.3. He should make due acknowledgment of assistance received from his associates and should not appropriate the work of others to claim credit for himself.4. He should be willing to share his professional knowledge and experience with fellow members of the profession.D. Relationship with parents1. The teacher should maintain a harmonious and cooperative relationship with parents.2. He should keep continuous contact with parents to inform them of their childrens progress and progress in school.3. He should be prudent and tactful in his relationship with parents.4. He should keep in confidence all information gathered during visits and interviews with parents.E. Relationship with school officials1. Teacher-administrator relationship should be a partnership by mutual cooperation and sharing, imbued with frankness, honestly, loyalty and professionalism.2. The teacher should know and abide by the policies, rules, and regulations of the school.3. He should develop openness regarding the professional aspect of his work.4. He should devote official time fully, faithfully, and honestly in the accomplishment of official functions and responsibilities. F. Relationship with nonteaching personnel1. The teacher should accept nonteaching personnel as partners and coworkers in the task of achieving the goals of education.2. He should treat the nonteaching personnel with courtesy, respect, an consideration.3. He should be punctual in the submission of requirements, requests, and other support documents to avoid unnecessary delay in office transactions. G. Relationship with the community1. The teacher should actively participate in as well as initiate community movements for moral, social, educational, economic, and civic betterment.2. As an intellectual leader, he should be willing to share his knowledge, training, and experience with the community.3. He should conduct himself in such way as to merit the confidence and respect of the community within and outside the school.H. Relationship with the profession1. Service in the education calls for the highest standards of integrity and morality. The teacher should conduct himself accordingly and behave properly at all times.2. He should be physically, mentally, and morally fit.3. He should observe propriety and good taste in language at all times. 4. He should continually grow in his profession and uphold the highest possible standards that will earn him social recognition as well as material compensation for service rendered.