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About her education:

1. Why did you choose home economics?

As a Food Tech transferee student, I wanted a more practical approach to learning (plus, HE offered the food tech component among many other fields: home economics education, livelihood education, consumer education, resource management). I honestly didn’t know exactly where HE would take me, but it gave me many opportunities to figure out which path I wanted for myself.

2. How did your education in home economics prepare you for your career?

Through HE, I have seen how education can powerfully transform an

individual–I was taught how education can bring you closer to your dreams.

3. What specific knowledge and skills from the BSHE program did you find most

useful in your career?

The specific knowledge and skills from the BSHE program that I found most useful in my career include understanding the significance of home and family life, conducting teaching demonstrations such as lesson plan making, instructional strategies, student assessment, and evaluation, as well as creating training plans.

4. What is your most memorable experience during your years as a student in the

BSHE program?

All of our practicum subjects in BSHE. It gave us practical experience and a glimpse of real-world roles. These subjects showed me how our course can relate to any path and open diverse doors for us.

About her career:

1. What was your first job after graduation? Share how you landed your first job.

I worked as a Teacher Fellow with Teach for the Philippines’ (TFP) Fellowship Program. When I came across TFP while looking for my first job, the mission that they advocate and rally for sparked my interest. I wanted to be part of a movement wherein Filipino children are given access to quality education.

2. How has your career changed/evolved since you started working?
Because of my experiences with my students and the larger community during my time as a Teacher Fellow, I am committed to advancing education advocacy wherever my journey leads. Beyond the fellowship, I envision carrying forward all the wins, challenges, and the deeper purpose that have shaped me.

3. What is your current position? Describe it in detail, including your tasks and challenges.

I served as a Teacher Fellow for two years (SY 2023–2024 and SY 2024–2025), deployed to Bangkal Elementary School in Makati City. My primary tasks included conducting the Tara Kaya Program, a flagship student development initiative focusing on literacy and numeracy remediation classes, as well developing students’ foundational skills. I taught reading remediation and life skills (socio-emotional learning) to students from Grade 1 to 6. 

Being a teacher entails a lot of innovation and creativity skills to keep students engaged, especially since they have different learning styles. We continuously observe and assess my students to tailor activities that align with their interests, making learning relevant by first understanding what keeps each child motivated and meeting them where they are.

Aside from classroom teaching, I also served as the Community Engagement Representative of our school group. In our second year, our role involved initiating a community engagement project that could be sustained and adopted by the community. This role allowed me to apply project management skills such as leading community assessments, planning and implementing projects, conducting budget and risk analysis, and monitoring and evaluation.

One of the challenges I faced was working closely with parents or guardians (gabays). I realized how important it is to build relationships with them because they play an important role in their children’s development. Engaging with parents helps us understand the child better and involve them in the learning process. However, it was a challenge to accept the fact that not all children have stable home environments; some do not have a concept of a home, come from broken families, or face problems at home that they should not be experiencing at such a young age. Their home life also affects how they behave and engage with classmates in school. Every child has their own story

to tell–when we know more about how the child is at home, understand his or her context–then we are able to understand how they can learn better and how they respond to learning in general.

4. What are the essential knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in your chosen career?

The essential knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in my chosen career include leadership skills, which involve stepping up to lead change both in and beyond the classroom. Empathy and communication skills are also vital, as empathy helps you connect and understand others, enabling you to build meaningful relationships with students, colleagues, and the broader community. Adaptability is crucial; I have learned to sit with discomfort, embrace challenges, and stay grounded in my purpose. Self-reflection is another key skill, as continuously reflecting on our experiences allows us to grow and improve. Finally, nurturing growth in ourselves and others is essential—being happy and loving what you do makes it easier to foster growth in others, creating a positive and supportive environment.

Advice for current students:

1. What are the things you know now that you wish you had known when you were still a BSHE student?

I wish I had known when I was still a BSHE student to explore by saying yes to opportunities that challenge me, such as internships or volunteer programs. I also wish I had understood the importance of continuous learning by attending workshops to develop both soft and hard skills. Additionally, I now realize the value of purpose and service, and I wish I had focused on ensuring that my work is meaningful and rooted in service, regardless of where my journey takes me.

2. Share advice to current students on how to deal with academic workload and

balance different tasks and responsibilities.

First identify and establish the best routine that works for you—have a personal system that works best for you. Practice good time management by planning your schedule in advance, breaking down large tasks into smaller, manageable steps, and creating a tracker that keeps you on track. Lastly, make sure to be present and make time for yourself and the activities you love. 

3. What advice would you give to students who wish to pursue the same career path

as you?
My advice is to just try and go for it, and not to fear nontraditional routes. Additionally, I recommend documenting your learning experiences; if you're interested in teaching, keep your lesson plans, portfolios, and file all your important documents. When I applied for the fellowship program, I showcased my HEEd portfolios and training plans in my interviews and assessments, which helped me a lot.