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Offering essential guidance and resources for teachers aspiring to navigate the process of teaching in the USA through DIY, providing general insights into realizing your American dream.

12/04/2024

Expectation vs. Reality Edition ni Mr. Elle

Disclaimer: Base po ito sa akong experience, bawal kumuntra 😂😂😂 kasi hindi tayo magkapareha charooot 🫣😁😂💖👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫🇺🇸💪🏼🌸

1. Salary

Expectation: Yayaman agad!

Reality: It will take two years bago makabayad ng utang. Kailangan sobrang magtipid talaga.

2. Civilization

Expectation: Matao, maraming buildings, busy na kalsada, at maraming shopping malls.

Reality: Hindi pala lahat ng bahagi ng US ay ganito. Madami ring probinsya dito.

3. Speaking Using the English Language

Expectation: People will criticize your grammar and accent.

Reality: Americans are not particular about these. They care more about how you communicate rather than your accent or grammar.

4. Behavior of Children

Expectation:Bastos daw ang mga bata.

Reality: Hindi lahat ng bata ay bastos. Meron lang dalawa out of ten, but in general, mababait at sweet sila.

5. Culture Shock

Expectation: No one will help me at school.

Reality: Sa US mo lang makikita ang principal na napaka-humble at masipag pa—tipong siya pa ang nagta-traffic sa umaga. Lahat ay willing tumulong, at 100 percent nilang mahal ang mga Pinoy.

6. Teaching-Learning Process

Expectation: Sobrang gagaling ng mga bata in terms of content.

Reality: Mas magagaling ang mga Pinoy. Mas na-challenge pa ako noon sa mga bata sa Pilipinas kaysa dito.

PS: Yung picture sa baba ay isa sa mga schools dito sa New Mexico na may Sign-on bonus na aabot hanggang 1 milyong pesos at may relocation allowance pa na aabot ng 250,000 pesos! Apply na! 😁💪🏼👌👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫💖🇺🇸🌸

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12/03/2024

What I Enjoy and do not enjoy working as a Teacher here in US OF 🇺🇸:

Disclaimer: These are based on my personal experiences, so bawal ang mag judge hehe 🤓👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫🇺🇸💪🏼🙏🏼💖🌸😁

I enjoy:

1. Higher take-home pay. I was able to pay off my loans in the Philippines faster and provide more for my family.

2. Exposure to more training opportunities, advanced technologies, and world-class teaching resources.

3. The chance to meet people from around the world, fostering meaningful connections.

4. Feeling more empowered in my teaching due to greater academic freedom.

5. Opportunities to take on leadership positions and work with amazing individuals.

6. Learning to become independent and self-reliant.

7. Developing stronger survival skills.

8. Gaining confidence in my communication skills, even if my grammar isn’t perfect—because here in the U.S., speaking English is more about communication, and grammar isn’t a huge concern.

9. Meeting many students and parents and having the chance to make a positive impact on their lives.

10. Not having to worry about favoritism or politics when it comes to promotions.

I do not:

1. 2 out of 10 na students ei echachallenge ang pasensya. Like yung tipong susuko kana sa pinaghirapan mo ng ilang taon. Pero, lavarn parin!

2. Na homesick ako minsan 🥹 Mas lalo pag Christmas or may mga special na okasyon;

3. Ang hirap mag English araw araw, nakakaubos ng braincells 😂😂😂 Yung tipong kahit gusto mong magalit sa bata ei di ko ma express ng mabuti sarili ko kaya I end up giving that kid an ugly face nalang 😂😂😂

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12/03/2024

Hindi Na Madami ang Sabaw ng Noodles Mr. Elle's Edition🥹💖💪🏼👨‍🏫🇺🇸🌸

Please don’t misunderstand my intentions; I only wish to inspire and share my journey. It has been a long road, filled with sacrifices, including being away from my family.

1. Hindi na nangungutang ng bigas sina mama at papa 🥹;

2. Hindi na napagsasarahan ng bintana pag nakikinuod ng tv sa kapitbahay🥲;

3. Hindi na napapahiya sina mama at papa pag di nakasalubong ung mga taong nakautangan nila🥸🤓;

4. Hindi na masungit si mama pag wala nang laman ang kusina 👌😂...peace mudra 💖

5. Hindi na nilalagyan ng tubig ang garapon ng kape para lang lahat ay mainitan ang sikmura sa umaga😎;

6. Hindi na nagsisipilyo gamit ang asin bilang toothpaste😁;

7. Hindi na iisa ang brief na everyday nilalabahan at nilalagay sa kaldero pag nagluluto para lang matuyo agad ito😂;

8. Hindi na nag uuling at nangunguha ng dahon ng malungay para may maebenta🫣;

9. Hindi na natutulog sa matigas na sahig😅;

10. Hindi na nagshashampoo ng Champion na bareta pag naliligo 😂

Thus, lubos akong nagpapasalamat sa Kanya 🙏🏼🥹💖💪🏼🌸 Tuloy ang lavarn, mga kacheka!

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12/02/2024

Since the hiring season is approaching, I want to reshare my personal reasons for leaving my teaching position as a Teacher III in DepEd after seven years of experience.

Disclaimer: Please don't judge me, I am just being honest. Your story might be different from mine🤭😁👍

1. Financial Reasons, of course! With a net income of only 4k at that time, the earnings from writing research papers, teaching dance, decorating for occasions, hosting events, selling baskets, and more were insufficient. I needed a job where I wouldn't have to juggle multiple roles just to support my family's needs. Teaching in the USA would provide a single job with earnings equivalent to or surpassing what I made in the Philippines.

2. Overwhelmed by the sheer number of students, I felt guilty every time I entered the classroom because I couldn't adequately meet their needs despite giving my best effort. I realized this wasn't my calling until retirement. Hindi ko po kaya ng powers at boses ko ang magsalita maghapon. 🥺

3. Slow career advancement, sobra, kahit may PhD or Masters na. Limited to Teacher III position in a rural school, regardless of advanced degrees obtained. I felt the investment in further education was wasted without opportunities for promotion, kaya sabi ko, hanggang kailan ako mag hihintay? Mabuti pa yung mas malapit sa kalan mas mabilis mabiyayaan, charooot!😅

4. Monotonous daily routines became tiresome, leading to boredom. Ako pa naman ung tao na gusto e try lahat ng bago😁😅

5. Lastly, the heavy bureaucracy made it hard to focus on teaching and innovating. While I’m grateful for the experience, I realized it wasn’t the right fit for my goals as an educator.

The question is: Did I regret leaving DepEd? My answer is NO! I can confidently say that this was one of the riskiest decisions I’ve ever made, but it was absolutely worth it. I’m glad I realized early on that DepEd wasn’t the right fit for me and took the necessary step to move forward. However, I will always be grateful to DepEd—for everything it taught me, though not for retirement.

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12/02/2024

Proof na totoo ang nasa balita 😎😅😁💖🙏🏼🇺🇸👨‍🏫💪🏼👩🏻‍🏫🌸👌 Ito po ang Salary Schedule namin for this School Year--Nasa State of New Mexico po ako😁😁😁 Plus meron pang Sign-on Bonus na 10,000-25,000 dollars! 👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫

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12/01/2024

Pagnilayan at pag-isapan! Hehe if bet niyo, let me know at baka magawan natin ng paraan ang American dream 💪🏼🇺🇸🙏🏼👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫💖🌸

Snap from: TV Patrol

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12/01/2024

Maligayang Pasko po sa inyong lahat 💪🏼🌸😁💖🇺🇸🙏🏼🎄🎅

11/30/2024

My POV: Checklist para maging successful sa pag aapply ng Teaching Position dito sa USA 💪🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸💖🌸😁👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫

1. Continuously applies for opportunities and makes the most of vacant time.

2. Keeps applying even when faced with numerous rejections.

3. Looks into ways to make their application stand out by researching strategies.

4. Takes the time to read and understand articles, posts, and other materials related to the application process.

5. Proactively seeks answers and solutions, instead of relying solely on group chats or vlogger posts for information.

6. Knows their goal and stays focused on achieving it.

7. Believes in their ability to succeed, even without advanced degrees or numerous awards.

8. Stays strong and avoids giving in to fear or overthinking the "what-ifs."

9. Is genuinely determined to apply, not just influenced by others or envious of social media posts.

10. Knows how to use Google and other tools to answer questions and search for job openings.

11. Trusts in the Lord and believes that God will guide them throughout the journey.

Mangan tayon! 😁👌

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11/29/2024

Interview Tip: More "Nos" to Avoid During an Interview! Part II 💪🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸😁💖🌸👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫

6. Avoid saying: "I don’t have experience with that, but I can try."
Instead, say: "While I haven’t done that specifically, I’ve successfully tackled similar challenges and am eager to learn and adapt quickly."

7. Avoid saying: "I don’t have any questions for you."
Instead, say: "Can you share what success looks like for this role and how I can contribute to your school’s goals?"

8. Avoid saying: "I’ve never handled that age group before."
Instead, say: "I look forward to applying my teaching strategies to engage and support students in this age group effectively."

9. Avoid saying: "I just need a visa sponsor."
Instead, say: "I am passionate about teaching and excited to bring my skills to a supportive community like yours."

10. Avoid saying: "What’s the starting salary?"
Instead, say: "Can you tell me more about the opportunities for professional development and growth within the school?"

First impressions matter—choose your words wisely and confidently express your value!

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11/29/2024

Yas! May God bless you ma'am 🥹💪🏼🇺🇸🙏🏼💖👩🏻‍🏫🌸 Ingat po sa byahe!

Grabe! Nakakaproud ka ma'am, after lahat ng pinagdaanan mo. So proud of you! 💖

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11/28/2024

Interview Tip: Nos to Avoid During an Interview! 💪🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸😁💖🌸👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫

1. Avoid saying: "I’m not sure if I’m qualified, but I’ll try my best." Instead, "I bring a solid foundation in teaching and a willingness to continuously grow."

2. Avoid saying: "My previous school was disorganized, and that’s why I’m leaving."
Instead, say: "I’m seeking new opportunities to contribute my skills in a well-structured and collaborative environment like yours."

3. Avoid saying: "I want this job because it will help me gain experience to move up."
Instead, say: "I’m excited about how this role aligns with my passion for student success and my career goals."

4. Avoid saying: "I’m not sure if I’m the best fit, but I’ll give it a shot."
Instead, say: "I’m confident that my skills and values align with the expectations of this position."

5. Avoid saying: "What exactly does your school do?"
Instead: "I admire your school’s commitment to ------- (e.g., inclusivity, academic innovation), which aligns with my teaching philosophy."

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11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving, mga kacheka! Isa sa mga bagay na labis kong ipinagpapasalamat ay ang oportunidad na makapagtrabaho dito sa US. Marami akong natutunan sa journey na ito. 😁💖💪🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸👨‍🏫🌸

Noong college ako, English ang kinuha kong major kahit hindi naman ako ganoon kagaling sa English. Proof? Bagsak ako sa Mythology and Folklore, isa sa mga major subjects ko. Hindi rin mataas ang mga grades ko—puro pasang-awa lang. Till now, diko makakalimutan si Teacher na nangbagsak sa akin 😅🫣 pero kasalanan ko naman kasi tamad akong mag aral nuon 😂 Pero kapag nagsumikap ka at ipinaglaban mo talaga ang pangarap mo, kahit ilang bagsak pa yan, maaabot mo rin ang lahat ng nais mo sa buhay!

Kaya para sa mga nag-aalangan mag-apply dito sa US dahil may mga bagsak na grades o hindi kataasan ang GPA, go lang! Hindi nasusukat sa grades ang pagkamit ng ating mga pangarap. Let’s go! 💪🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸😁👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫🌸💖

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11/28/2024

Interview Tip Part III: Practice...but do NOT MEMORIZE! 💪🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸😁💖🌸👩🏻‍🏫👨‍🏫

1. Data-driven decision-making is central to my teaching philosophy. By analyzing ------- (e.g., benchmark assessments, student performance data), I developed targeted interventions that boosted student achievement by ------- (e.g., 15%, two grade levels);

2. One of my proudest achievements is ------- (e.g., launching a peer-tutoring program, securing grants for classroom technology), which significantly enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes;

3. I understand the importance of family engagement. By collaborating with parents through ------- (e.g., parent-teacher conferences, community outreach initiatives), I have strengthened the school-home connection to support student success;

4. My leadership experience in ------- (e.g., curriculum development, extracurricular program coordination) demonstrates my ability to drive school-wide initiatives that align with institutional goals;

5. I believe in empowering students as active participants in their education. My use of ------- (e.g., project-based learning, inquiry-driven instruction) has encouraged critical thinking and independent problem-solving;

6. Your school’s mission to ------- (e.g., nurture lifelong learners, prepare students for global challenges) aligns perfectly with my dedication to student-centered education; and

7. I am committed to being a valuable asset to your school community by leveraging my expertise in ------- (e.g., innovative teaching strategies, collaborative leadership) to create lasting positive outcomes for students, staff, and families.

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11/27/2024

Advice I can give 😁👨‍🏫👩🏻‍🏫💪🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸💖🌸

When preparing for interviews, avoid using education terms and contexts specific to the Philippines, as they may confuse interviewers. Instead, research the equivalent terms and practices in the U.S. education system (e.g., "standards" instead of "competencies" or "assignments" instead of "activities").

Align your answers to U.S. classroom settings and terminology to ensure principals and interviewers clearly understand how your experience fits their needs.

To learn more about this and gain personalized guidance, consider enrolling in our mentoring program. 😁💪🏼🙏🏼🇺🇸🌸💖

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11/27/2024

Interview Tip Part II:

Practice These Sentences para ma ace ang Interview (Advanced Edition).

1. Thank you for this opportunity to share how my background aligns with your school’s needs and vision;

2. In my previous role as a ------- (e.g., middle school ELA teacher, math department head), I successfully implemented initiatives like ------- (e.g., literacy intervention programs, STEM projects) that resulted in measurable improvements in student outcomes;

3. Your school’s emphasis on ------- (e.g., technology integration, community involvement) deeply resonates with my professional values. I have extensive experience in ------- (e.g., incorporating EdTech tools, organizing community service projects).

4. I thrive in environments that value teamwork. At my last school, I led ------- (e.g., professional learning communities, cross-curricular collaborations) that enhanced teacher effectiveness and student success;

5. I take pride in adapting my teaching methods to support diverse learners, as seen in my work with ------- (e.g., English language learners, students with IEPs);

6. One of my career highlights was ------- (e.g., spearheading a curriculum redesign, hosting parent-teacher workshops), which reinforced my ability to meet both student and school goals effectively;

7. I am excited about the prospect of using my expertise in ------- (e.g., differentiated instruction, restorative practices) to address challenges and unlock opportunities for your school community;

8. My experience as a mentor for ------- (e.g., early-career educators, student teachers) has strengthened my ability to contribute to professional growth within a school;

9. I admire your school’s approach to ------- (e.g., inclusivity, academic rigor), and I am confident my contributions will align with and further enhance these initiatives; and

10. I am prepared to bring my dedication, creativity, and strong work ethic to make a lasting impact on your students and the broader school community.

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11/26/2024

Yes! H1b Visa Approval!

Dipo ko po makakalimutan si ma'am kasi isa siya mga mentees na magpapatunay na ang pagtupad sa American dream ay hindi nakadepende sa edad! Yes, 52 years old si ma'am at pak na pak parin! So happy for you ma'am. May God bless you always! 💖👩🏻‍🏫💪🏼🌸🙏🏼🇺🇸

Salamat sa tiwala na binigay mo sa akin, I have learned a lot sa ating journey na ito. See you soon po. Ingat sa byahe! 🙏🏼🇺🇸👩🏻‍🏫

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11/26/2024

Chekahan and kumustahan 😁

11/25/2024

Interview Tip:

Practice These Sentences para ma ace ang Interview.

1. I am grateful for the opportunity to interview for -------position;

2. I have the skills and other qualification to match the job description to name some but not limited to------;

3. I have researched your school and am
attracted to your positive workplace culture;

4. I believe my teaching philosophy aligns with your school's mission, which emphasizes --------- (e.g., student-centered learning, inclusivity, academic excellence);

5. My experience in --------- (e.g., curriculum development, classroom management, or extracurricular programs) will allow me to make meaningful contributions to your team;

6. I am passionate about fostering an inclusive learning environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds;

7. I have a proven track record of improving student engagement and academic performance through innovative teaching strategies;

8. I am committed to ongoing professional development, as demonstrated by my pursuit of -------- (e.g., National Board Certification, specialized training);

9. I value collaboration with colleagues and parents to create a supportive network for student success; and

10. I look forward to the possibility of contributing to your school and bringing my expertise in ------- to support your students and community.

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Yas! May God bless you ma'am 🥹💪🏼🇺🇸🙏🏼💖👩🏻‍🏫🌸 Ingat po sa byahe! Grabe! Nakakaproud ka ma'am, after lahat ng pinagdaanan mo. So proud of you! 💖 #fypシ゚viralシfypシ゚viralシalシ #h1bteacher #j1teacher #ForTheDream #usa