TEACHING with SEA-TEACHER

Curriculum Tapaz Central Elementary School (TCES) follows the Philippine National K-12 Curriculum developed by the Department of Education (DepEd). This curriculum extends the duration of basic education from 10 years to 12 years, structured as follows: Elementary Education:  Grades 1 to 6. Junior High School:  Grades 7 to 10. Senior High School:  Grades 11 and 12. The goal of this curriculum is to provide a well-rounded education, ensuring that students not only gain academic knowledge but also acquire practical skills applicable to daily life and future careers. Teaching Plan (Mathematics: Measuring Time) As a Mathematics Education major, I taught the topic "Measuring Time" in Grade 2 SSES at TCES. To ensure an engaging and effective learning experience, I designed an interactive lesson plan consisting of three main stages: 1. Introduction Started with a short story about the importance of time in daily life. Asked students questions such as, "What kind of clock is use...

Teaching System At TCES, the teaching system follows the Philippine National K-12 Curriculum established by the Department of Education (DepEd). This curriculum ensures quality and equitable education for all students. TCES offers two types of classes: 1.) Special Science Elementary School (SSES) : A program for students excelling in science and mathematics. 2.) Regular Classes : The standard academic track for all students. The teaching approach is student-centered and inclusive. Teachers act as facilitators, guiding and supporting students throughout the learning process. Additionally, the school incorporates core values such as "Maka-Diyos" (faith in God), "Maka-Tao" (humanitarianism), "Maka-Kalikasan" (environmental consciousness), and "Maka-Bansa" (nationalism) to shape students holistically. Materials and Other Learning Resources In my Grade 2 SSES classroom at TCES, various learning resources were used to create an engaging and interactive...

During my participation in the SEA Teacher Batch 10 program in the Philippines, I had the opportunity to teach at Tapaz Central Elementary School (TCES). With my background in Mathematics education, I taught the subject with the topic "Measuring Time" to second-grade students at TCES. School Profile Tapaz Central Elementary School (TCES) is a primary school with hundreds of students from grades 1 to 6. The curriculum focuses on developing fundamental skills such as reading, writing, and arithmetic, along with character-building and social values. The atmosphere at TCES is warm and inclusive. Teachers here not only emphasize academic achievement but also care deeply about students' character development. The school actively organizes various extracurricular activities, including academic competitions, cultural and artistic events, and sports activities. TCES also has a unique tradition of involving students in cleanliness and environmental conservation activities as part o...