Over and Beyond: “I am not just a Teacher!”

BYJULIUSEMMANUELLINGAT

Labeled as noble yet frequently belittled

This is the case for most education students who walk the path toward the teaching profession. "Ay, Educ lang kinuha mo? Hindi ka yayaman d'yan. Dapat nag-doktor ka na lang " Upon taking up any education-related program in college, it is never unusual to receive this type of comment from other people, oftentimes from relatives. They say that the teaching profession will not bring one success comparable to that of medicine-related professions However, does success equate to receiving a high salary or being in the medical field? Is that enough to label teachers as "lang" and downplay the profession all together?

Teachers are not "just" teachers because their jobs extend far beyond the act of imparting knowledge in the classroom. Most of the time, educators exceed the expected duties of their profession for they acknowledge their significant contribution in building a better nation by molding the youth and the whole community This leads to their impact not being caged only within the premises of an institution because its range widens as their students flourish in life

Tested by time and other constraints, it is already proven that teachers are not just knowledgeable people who students listen to. They go over and beyond what their jobs should cater to. Despite the mistreatment and downcasted views of many, through the course of history, educators have proven that no barrier will stop them from doing their roles and many more

Mentors and Role Models August

Teachers are the people whom students view as their mentors and role models after their parents Within and outside the scope of academics, they provide assistance, support, andinspirationthathelpstudentsnavigate through learning challenges and personal issues Teachers shape students' lives significantly through promoting moral ideals, critical thinking, and personal development.

Teachers are also the ones to organize extracurricular activities, conduct parentteacher conferences, and extend a hand to community events to promote a supportive educational environment.

Source of Emotional Support

Facilitators of Learning

By developing and implementing interesting lesson plans, activities, and assessment practices, teachers foster a positive learning environment that caters to the needs of each child. Every student has a chance to succeed because teachers modify their teaching strategies to accommodate and facilitate the various learning types of students Teachers promote a love of learning by encouraging students' curiosities, inventiveness, and independent thought.

Evaluators and Assessors

Did you know that teachers not only teach content, but also assess and evaluate the students’ academic progress and learning comprehension? They give students comments, point out areas for further improvement, and create plans of actions and remediation to support learners in realizing their full potential In order to support individual kids, teachers must recognize learning disabilities, special needs, or giftedness, then tailor different strategies to cater to the students' uniqueness

Education Advocates

Teachers promote education both inside the classroom and in the larger community They advocate for the value of education and its advantages for both the people and the society In order to stay current with the most recent teaching strategies and academic findings, teachers take part in curriculum development, discussions of educational policy, and personal and professional development. Since they are the ones to encounter and understand students’ experiences, they are also able to identify which areas need more improvement and how to address issues present in the curriculum based on data

Community Establisher

Teachers have the power to build a sense of community within their classrooms and schools. They foster collaboration, respect, and inclusivity among students and even colleagues

Teachers are seen to be the lifeline of students during their emotional crises and when they have no one to lean on They create a safe space for students to freely express their feelings and concerns knowing that there would be no judgments. They also offer guidance and empathy and ensure that the students would feel comfort. Teachers may identify symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress and redirect them with the necessary assistance they need such as professional help

Lifelong Learners

To improve their knowledge and pedagogical abilities, teachers always participate in professional development activities. They keep up with the current pedagogical ideas, advancements in their subject areas, and breakthroughs such as educational technology In a world that is changing quickly, this continual education makes sure that instructors are effective and adaptive to also be able to meet the new generation of learners

To sum up, teachers have multifaceted roles that go far beyond the traditional stigma of being just teachers Their impact not only lies within the classroom, but it can also be seen in the society as they take part in shaping the lives of students- these same students who are the hope of the nation. Because of teachers, children are enabled to become the professionals they dream of becoming Because of teachers, we have doctors, engineers, architects, volunteers, civil servants, accountants, lawyers, and many more- the same people who will build the nation and the next generation Generations of learners are empowered through education brought about by teachers who have selflessly devoted themselves to the profession and to people