PPST Domains

Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers

The PPST aims to:

a. set out clear expectations of teachers along

well-defined career stages of professional
development from beginning to distinguished
practice;

b. engage teachers to actively embrace a

continuing effort in attaining proficiency; and

c. apply a uniform measure to assess teacher

performance, identify needs, and provide
support for professional development.

The PPST shall be used as a basis for all learning and development
programs for teachers to ensure that teachers are properly equipped to
effectively implement the K to 12 Program. It can also be used for the
selection and promotion of teachers. All performance appraisals for
teachers shall be based on this set of standards.

Domain 1 - Content Knowledge and Pedagogy

Domain 1 recognizes the importance of teachers’ mastery of content
knowledge and its interconnectedness within and across curriculum areas,
coupled with a sound and critical understanding of the application of
theories and principles of teaching and learning. (https://www.teacherph.com/philippine-
professional-standards-for-teachers/#:~:text=Domain%201%20recognizes%20the%20importance,principles%20of%20teaching
%20and%20learning.)

During my final online teaching demonstration, I used this lesson plan and
learning material. This was my best lesson plan since it was here that I
spent the most time planning the flow of discussion and selecting learning
activities. I considered the idea that this would be my final class with the
Grade 10 students. I took note of all of my Critic and Cooperating
Teacher's recommendations and feedback during my first teaching demo
and put it into practice because I want to show them that I am capable of
improving. After my second teaching demonstration, it paid off. Hearing
their compliments made me really thrilled.
Domain 2 - Learning Environment
Domain 2 highlights the role of teachers to provide learning environments
that are safe, secure, fair, and supportive in order to promote learner
responsibility and achievement. This Domain centers on creating an
environment that is learning-focused and in which teachers efficiently
manage learner behavior in a physical and virtual
space. (https://www.teacherph.com/philippine-professional-standards-for-teachers/#:~:text=Domain%201%20recognizes%20the
%20importance,principles%20of%20teaching%20and%20learning.)

West Visayas State University is a public research university in Iloilo City

that provides kindergarten, elementary, high school, and college
education.
The university has created local, national, and international linkages to
establish their researches with its vision, "A research university advancing
quality education toward societal transformation and global recognition."
and its mission, "WVSU commits to develop life-long learners
empowered to generate knowledge and technology, and transform
communities as agents of change."
The Commission of Higher Education named its College of Education a
Center of Excellence for its consistent performance in licensure
examinations, research, and publication. Meanwhile, the College of
Nursing and the College of Agriculture and Forestry were named Centers
of Development.
Domain 3 - Diversity of Learners
Domain 3 emphasizes the central role of teachers in establishing learning
environments that are responsive to learner diversity. This Domain
underscores the importance of teachers’ knowledge and understanding of,
as well as respect for, learners’ diverse characteristics and experiences as
inputs to the planning and design of learning
opportunities. (https://www.teacherph.com/philippine-professional-standards-for-teachers/#:~:text=Domain
%201%20recognizes%20the%20importance,principles%20of%20teaching%20and%20learning.)

There are 40 students in the West Visayas State University Integrated

Laboratory School's Grade 10-Jupiter class.
Learners perform well on their asynchronous assigned tasks,
demonstrating exemplary outputs and high scores, but they struggle in
their synchronous classes. Out of 40 students, 25 attend class on a regular
basis, and 10 are active participants in class discussions. When others are
called out, however, they engage as long as the teacher encourages them.
When asked about their class participation, they say they lack drive and
are uncomfortable with the online environment.

Domain 4 - Curriculum and Planning

Domain 4 addresses teachers’ knowledge of and interaction with the
national and local curriculum requirements. This Domain encompasses
their ability to translate curriculum content into learning activities that are
relevant to learners and based on the principles of effective teaching and
learning. It expects teachers to apply their professional knowledge to plan
and design, individually or in collaboration with colleagues, well-
structured and sequenced lessons. (https://www.teacherph.com/philippine-professional-standards-for-
teachers/#:~:text=Domain%201%20recognizes%20the%20importance,principles%20of%20teaching%20and%20learning.)

I am a Practice Teacher assigned to Jupiter's Grade 10 English class.

Following a series of classroom observations, I've decided to stick with
the inductive method of teaching. The teacher uses guided practice in this
setting. It is a learner-centered strategy that requires students to analyze
information presented to them in order to construct their own ideas.
Inductive language teaching begins with examples and urges students to
look for rules. In my class, I present an image and ask students to create
sentences guided by questions I gave to them. Afterward, I ask them to
look over their sentences and write down any concepts that come to mind.
After that, I give them a definition of the topic. That way, it made them
practice learning independently and creatively. 
Domain 5 - Assessment and Reporting
Domain 5 relates to processes associated with a variety of assessment
tools and strategies used by teachers in monitoring, evaluating,
documenting, and reporting learners’ needs, progress and achievement.
This Domain concerns the use of assessment data in a variety of ways to
inform and enhance the teaching and learning process and programs. It
concerns teachers providing learners with the necessary feedback about
learning outcomes. (https://www.teacherph.com/philippine-professional-standards-for-teachers/#:~:text=Domain
%201%20recognizes%20the%20importance,principles%20of%20teaching%20and%20learning.)

It is not only teaching that is challenging, assessing students' performance

and providing feedback is challenging too. Informing them of their
progress and being transparent with their score will help them monitor
their performance. This will also motivate them once they notice that they
are lagging behind their peers. Feedbacking can also be done during
synchronous classes. Feedback and assessment are actually authentic
when given on the spot.
Domain 6 - Community Linkages and Professional
Engagement
Domain 6 affirms the role of teachers in establishing school-community
partnerships aimed at enriching the learning environment, as well as the
community’s engagement in the educative process. This Domain expects
teachers to identify and respond to opportunities that link teaching and
learning in the classroom to the experiences, interests, and aspirations of
the wider school community and other key stakeholders.
(https://www.teacherph.com/philippine-professional-standards-for-teachers/#:~:text=Domain%201%20recognizes%20the
%20importance,principles%20of%20teaching%20and%20learning.)

"Leafing through the Pages: Storytelling as an Instrument in Reaching Out

to the Young Children" was actually conducted 2 years ago. Our class was
not able to conduct outreach programs during our 3rd and 4th years
because of the scare of the virus. The conduct of the program made me
realize how important it is to immerse ourselves in the community. It was
really satisfying to see the children's faces light up as they listened to the
story, colored pictures, and ate snacks. Their parents appreciated it as well,
having noticed their children's interest in literature.
Domain 7 - Personal Growth and Professional
Development
Domain 7 focuses on teachers’ personal growth and professional
development. It accentuates teachers’ proper and high personal regard for
the profession by maintaining qualities that uphold the dignity of teaching
such as caring attitude, respect, and integrity. This Domain values
personal and professional reflection and learning to improve practice. It
recognizes the importance of teachers’ assuming responsibility for
personal growth and professional development for lifelong
learning. (https://www.teacherph.com/philippine-professional-standards-for-teachers/#:~:text=Domain%201%20recognizes
%20the%20importance,principles%20of%20teaching%20and%20learning.)

I recently passed the Civil Service Examination. One of the reasons why I
took the exam is I wanted to experience how it feels like to take a
government-administered examination before taking the Licensure
Examination for Teachers. As per PRC's announcement, the new
curriculum will be utilized starting next year making us not fit to take
September 2022 LET since it will still use the old curriculum. It made me
sad for a little while but I, later on, took it as an opportunity to prepare
more and ace the LET in one try. Another plan I have is to enroll in a
Master's degree program. Although it may appear that I am rushing my
timeline, I believe that pausing is riskier than going all out.