NAME: LOVELY ROLLAINE E.

BORJA
COURSE: MASTER IN EDUCATION
MAJOR IN EDUCATION MANAGEMENT
TIME: SAT 8:30 6:00
SUBMITTED TO: DR. HENRY LANADA

Written Report: Career in Education: Boon or Bane?

Overview
The education career today is becoming a blessing or a curse
is an open ended question being raised these days. The whole
concept of education today is far apart from what it was
initially devised to be.
Today, one of our main focus in our lives is to get a good
education and have a sound career to lead a happy and content
life. And, undoubtedly, todays education system caters to our
needs of education and career very well. But, where is the
happiness and satisfaction?
Right from the childhood, it is fed into the minds of tiny
tots that the only thing that they should know is that they are
going to be a doctor, engineer, IAS and so on. Since beginning,
they are pressurised to outperform others of their age. Once kids
become old enough to enter a school, the foul play starts. They
need to pass a number of tests even to get admission in nursery
standard, because they are supposed to be in the best school. As
soon as, he is admitted to a school, he comes under the scanner
and is continuously evaluated on the basis of one parameter or
the other. All that matters is your marks, your grade, your CGPA.
Every parent wants to see their child at the top position. And
automatically, others are receded to lower positions and
suppressed. The child which is usually a stress buster and a
source of happiness for everyone else in the home and
surroundings, himself becomes tensed.

Even when the school is over, one ought to be in the best

college. After that best college, best job offer matters. Then,
again the same vicious circle of competing, excelling starts in
that job surroundings to be one of the highest paid employee.
Now, the evil one behind the curtains is, none other than, MONEY.
The education today is more focused at earning, and not learning.
The sole aim is information, not knowledge. Instead of broadening
ones mindset, it is narrowing down ones perspective towards
things. The power to withstand others is reducing and thus,
splitting apart the social arena. The in-built intelligence goes
in vain.

It is high time that the worth of a human beings own

capabilities is realised and given proper space for development.
The agenda of life should become living and not just existing.
When no two individuals in this world are made to be same, then
where this whole concept of competition comes from. Let everyone
maintain the individuality and uniqueness of oneself.

Conclusion
There is an increasing number of unemployment in the
Philippines, but still I do believe that teaching is the safest
career.
We are aware that the countrys education system continues
to turn out college graduates whose training and skills are not
attuned to the needs of the labor market both at home and abroad.
This is the lament of human resources and labor recruitment
officials who decry the continuing popularity of glamorous and
white-collar courses that produce diplomas but not well-paying
jobs.
The criticism had been voiced many times in the past by business
leaders and politicians but both government and the private
sector have failed to institute meaningful and concrete measures
to correct the mismatch between skills and jobs. The issue gains
added urgency in view of the governments inability to provide

jobs and its continued dependence on the overseas job market.

Problem is Philippine education is not well suited to the
requirements of the global economy as well.
Data from the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration
(POEA) show only 10,000 nurses are able to work in the Middle
East, United States, United Kingdom, Australia and Canada every
year.
At the same time, the country generates more than 120,000
hotel and restaurant management (HRM) graduates every year, says
Soriano. Most of the HRM graduates also need additional skills
training to be able to qualify for employment overseas.
Labor Undersecretary Rosalinda Baldoz confirms that nursing and
HRM courses post the biggest number of graduates for the past
years. She says many of those who took up HRM and nursing courses
want to go abroad but they cannot immediately qualify for
employment overseas due to lack of the necessary experience
required by foreign employers.
To curb the growing number of unemployed graduates of
nursing, HRM and so-called glamour courses, human resources and
labor recruitment specialists urge the concerned government
agencies to undertake immediate reforms.
The growing mismatch of workers skills and the need of the
industry have resulted in numerous overseas job vacancies
unfilled by OFWs,Its a matter of choice for students who might
want to start a career abroad.
Ive searched ten reasons why we need to pursue our career
in education.
TEN REASONS TO PURSUE A TEACHING CAREER
10. You'll Earn A Solid Paycheck as a Teacher
While teaching is not a get-rich-quick profession, starting
salaries are in line with other graduate professions. According
to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, public teachers are actually
paid about 11 percent more than the average professional worker.

Teaching careers also offer opportunities for advancement and

increased pay over time. And teacher salaries are actually higher
than you'd think.
9. More than Just an Apple a Day
Important benefits, such as health insurance and pension
plans, are becoming scarce commodities in many professions, but
you can count on both in a teaching career. When's the last time
you heard of someone getting a pension after retirement? Most
teachers have their premiums fully paid by their school districts
and their health, dental and vision benefits are among the best
when compared with other industries. Teaching also offers
additional benefits such as sick days and tuition reimbursement,
so you'll find that teaching actually pays a lot more than you
think.
8. Love Your Education Career
Joseph Campbell's recommendation to "follow your bliss" is
universally echoed by career counselors. If you are happy at
work, you'll be more motivated, energetic, successful and
confidentand the other people in your life will benefit from
your outlook. If the idea of teaching invigorates you, that's a
great reason to pursue a teaching career.
7. Nix the Nanny
With a work calendar synched to your kids' school calendar,
an education career allows you to eliminate most childcare
expenses. Even though you're earning a paycheck, you'll have the
flexibility to be home with your kids before and after school.
6. Become an Expert...as a Teacher
There's an old adage that it takes three years of teaching
to master a subject. The best way to learn a topic is to teach

it: students' questions make you dig deeper and learn more until
you know the subject inside and out.
5. Teachers Have Reasonable Hours
With students in school just six hours a day, teachers often
spend much less time on the job than their corporate
counterparts. With the 8-hour workday rapidly becoming the 10 to
12 hour day in other occupations, you'll find a teaching career
leaves you with more time for family, friends and other
interests. Sure, you'll have some long daysplan on time for
parent-teacher conferences, grading homework and attending (or
leading) after-school activitiesbut overall, a teaching career
will leave you with a life outside of your job. A teaching career
truly lets you achieve a work/life balance.
4. Share your Passions in the Classroom
Did you have a teacher that got you so excited about a
subject you started putting in extra time and work? That's what
happens when you share your excitement and enthusiasm. Sharing
your love of the subject matter with students is one of the best
benefits of being a teacher.
3. Can't Beat the Job Security as a Teacher
While requirements may differ from state to state, once
you've established yourself as a good teacher, you'll find there
are always jobs available. And, unlike many industries, layoffs
and downsizing are rare occurrences in education. For information
on the most high-demand subjects and areas, see our teacher
shortage article.
2. Teachers Have Serious Vacation Time

If the idea of having more than two weeks of vacation a year

appeals to you, you should definitely consider becoming a
teacher.
Doctor in the house Teachers often spend their vacation
time furthering their own education and investing in professional
development. If adding PhD to your name is part of your life
plan, but not your budget, teaching can help you find the time
and the money to make it happen.
And, the number one perk of a teaching career?
1. Knowing all the answers!