Merybell Rasmo

Teacher at DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

• Philippines
• February 2008 to September 2017

Elementary Work Decription
*Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
*Observe and evaluate students' academic performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
*Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
*Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
*Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
*Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
*Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
*Assign and grade class work and homework.
*Read books to entire classes or small groups.
*Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
*Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
*Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
*Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by policies, and administrative regulations.
*Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
*Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
*Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
*Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
*Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
*Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
*Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
*Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
*Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
*Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
*Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
*Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
*Organize and label materials, and display students' work.
*Attend staff or faculty meetings, and serve on committees as required.
*Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
* Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
*Perform duties such as assisting in school libraries, clinic, guidance and electronic classroom management.