Discovering the Correlates on the Competencies of Teachers in Teaching Mathematics: A Strengthening Teachers' Development Program in Navotas Elementary School S. Y. 2018-2019

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Teaching is a profession that needs basic competencies in achieving its ultimate mission of developing a well-rounded individual with relevant training and consistent social improvement. This is expected for competent teaching and teachers in light of the importance of the profession. An important factor to consider in the selection of teachers are the values that the teachers put on education, professional experience, and interpersonal relationships. These attitudes that are determinants of teaching competencies influence their development and competencies in the service. These observations become a challenge to the researcher and made him interested in discovering the correlates on the competencies of teachers in teaching mathematics as strengthening teachers' development program.

METHODS

Different methodologies were utilized to fully determine and understand the outcome of the study. Utilizing the descriptive method of the research described and interpreted what is concerned with the conditions or relationships that exist, opinions that are held, processes that are going on, effects that are evident, or trends that are developing as this study focuses on discovering the correlation of teaching competencies. Involved in this research are the fourteen teachers who are currently teaching Mathematics in Navotas ES.

RESULTS

The level of teaching competencies of teachers infers that teachers do their best in terms of teaching as far as diversity of learners is concerned. Responsible teachers consider different traits and competencies as instruments toward responsible teaching in the light of the educative process. Teacher's profile has no bearing on teacher's impressions with reference to instructional competencies as regards content and pedagogy and that dedication proves competence in teaching. The acquisition of knowledge of the learners in the classroom depends greatly on the dedication and of an effective teacher.

DISCUSSIONS

The results showed that the need for more Teacher Development Program should always be given priorities in order to increase the level of performance of teachers in teaching Mathematics. The improvement of learners' performance specifically in Mathematics depend greatly on the level and competencies of teachers. An intensive development program for teachers will surely give additional input or information to teachers on how pupils or learners learn the right way.