EASING THE BURDEN: THE IMPERATIVE FOR ALLEVIATING TEACHERS FROM NON-TEACHING TASKS

-oOoThe author is Teacher III at Bacolor Elementary School- Bulaon

KRISTEL C. GUANZON

In the dynamic landscape of Philippine education, teachers have long been the unsung heroes, dedicating their passion and expertise to shaping the minds of the nation's youth. However, the weight of additional non-teaching responsibilities has become a formidable challenge, impeding the delivery of quality education. Recognizing this, there is a growing movement in the Philippines to alleviate teachers from extraneous tasks and allow them to focus more on their core mission: teaching.

One significant stride in this direction involves the modernization of administrative processes within schools. Embracing digital platforms and technological solutions is proving instrumental in lightening the administrative load on teachers, from attendance tracking to grading systems. By digitizing these tasks, educators in the Philippines can reclaim valuable time and redirect their efforts toward creating innovative lesson plans, engaging with students more deeply, and fostering a more dynamic and effective learning environment. Moreover, there is a burgeoning advocacy for policy changes that reevaluate the distribution of non-teaching responsibilities, ensuring that teachers can strike a healthier work-life balance and fully commit to their role as educators. As the nation works towards an education system that places teachers at the forefront, the alleviation of non-teaching tasks emerges as a crucial step in empowering educators and, consequently, enriching the learning experience for Filipino students.

-oOoTHE AUTHOR IS MASTER TEACHER I AT SAN AGUSTIN ES/ GUAGUA EAST