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CORE COURSE
The DepEd Teacher
3
in collaboration with
Philippine National
Research Center for Teacher Quality
Course 3 - The Philippine Professional
Standards for Teachers and its
Aligned Systems and Tools
Introduction
W
elcome to Course 3 of the
Teacher Induction Program! This
course will help you to become
familiar with the
Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers
(PPST) as the new framework for teacher
quality. It will guide you towards
understanding the expectations of teachers
and how DepEd’s systems and tools are
aligned with the standards.
Intended Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, you will be able to:

1. develop a deeper understanding of the expectations of teachers as
described in the PPST;
2. use PPST-aligned tools in developing your teaching practices as defined
by the PPST; and
3. set professional development goals based on the Philippine Professional
Standards for Teachers by having a clear understanding of the
standards and its aligned systems and tools (7.5.2).
Course Outline:
Module 1 – Achieving Teacher Quality through PPST
Module 2 – Embedding the PPST in HR Systems
Module 3 – The Results-based Performance Management System
(RPMS)
Estimated Time Required: 7 hours
Portfolio Output: Lesson Plan

Module 1 – Achieving Teacher Quality Required Resources
through PPST • DepEd Order no. 42, s. 2016 National Adoption
and Implementation of the Philippine Professional
Intended Module Learning Outcomes: Standards for Teachers
At the end of this module, you should be able to: • https://www.deped.gov.ph/wp-content/
uploads/2017/08/DO_s2017_042-1.pdf
• Online or hard copy of PPST Booklet
1. identify and navigate through the salient features of
the PPST (Domains, Strands, Indicators, and
Career Stages); and
2. develop a deeper understanding of expectations of
teachers as described in the PPST.
Module Outline
Session 1: The PPST Career Stages
Session 2: The PPST Domains, Strands
and
Indicators
Required Tasks
• Video Viewing
• Reading
• Discussion Activity
• Formative Quiz
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Session 1 – The PPST Career Stages
The PPST acknowledges that teachers in the field have

different levels of competency. Teachers who have been
teaching for a long time are expected to have developed
more proficiency in their teaching practices. Teacher
professional development takes place in a continuum,
and teachers are expected to improve developmentally.
Thus, a ‘one size fits all’ standards will not appropriately
describe the expectations of teachers across the
continuum. Thus, the PPST defines the work of teachers
at different career stages.
Career stages generally refer to levels of development

that an individual passes through, particularly in a
profession. In the PPST, the teacher development
continuum is defined in four career stages namely:
Beginning, Proficient, Highly Proficient, and
Distinguished Stages. A Proficient Teacher must exhibit
at least Proficient Level of practice for all 37 Indicators.
The same applies for Highly Proficient and Distinguished
teachers.
Given the notion of a development continuum, upon

which the PPST is based, a teacher may exhibit practice
that aligns with indicators across various career stages,
but it is likely his/her practice would mostly align with
Indicators for a particular career stage. This is
accommodated by the ‘at least’ qualifier in the previous
paragraph. Table 1 shows the descriptors of teacher’s
continuum development from the Beginning career stage
to the Distinguished stage.
Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 5
Table 1: The Philippine Professional Standard for Teachers (PPST) Career Stages (DepEd Order No.42, S. 2017, Enclosure 1, 9)
Career Stages
Beginning Stage Proficient Stage Highly Proficient Stage Distinguished Stage
Beginning Teachers have gained the Proficient Teachers are professionally Highly Proficient Teachers consistently Distinguished Teachers embody the highest
qualifications recognized for entry into the independent in the application of skills vital display a high level of performance in their standard for teaching grounded in global
teaching profession. to the teaching and learning process. teaching practice. best practices.
They have a strong understanding of the They provide focused teaching programs They manifest an in-depth and sophisticated They exhibit exceptional capacity to improve
subjects/areas in which they are trained in that meet curriculum and assessment understanding of the teaching and learning their own teaching practice and that of
terms of content knowledge and pedagogy. requirements. process. others.
They possess the requisite knowledge, skills
and values that support the teaching and
learning process. They display skills in planning, They have high education-focused situation They are recognized as leaders in education,
implementing, and managing learning cognition, are more adept in problem solving contributors to the profession and initiators
programs. and optimize opportunities gained from of collaborations and partnerships.
They manage learning programs and have experience.
strategies that promote learning based on
the learning needs of their students. They actively engage in collaborative They create lifelong impact in the lives of
learning with the professional community They provide support and mentoring to colleagues, students and others.
and other stakeholders for mutual growth colleagues in their professional development,
They seek advice from experienced and advancement. as well as work collaboratively with them to
colleagues to consolidate their teaching enhance the learning and practice potential They consistently seek professional
practice. of their colleagues. advancement and relevance in pursuit of
They are reflective practitioners who teaching quality and excellence.
continually consolidate the knowledge, skills
and practices of Career Stage 1 teachers. They continually seek to develop their
professional knowledge and practice by They exhibit commitment to inspire the
reflecting on their own needs, and those of education community and stakeholders for
their colleagues and students. the improvement of education provision in
the Philippines.
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Required Task 1: Activity
Use Table 1 to accomplish the tasks below.
1. What are the professional practices displayed by a Proficient, Highly Proficient and Distinguished Teacher in terms of
the following?
Professional Practices Proficient Teacher Highly Proficient Teacher Distinguished Teacher
Teaching Characteristics Highly Proficient Teachers Distinguished Teachers embody

consistently display a high level the highest standard for teaching
Proficient teachers are
of performance in their teaching grounded in global best
professionally independent in the
practice. They manifest an in- practices. They exhibit
application skills vital to the
depth and sophisticated exceptional capacity to improve
teaching and learning process.
understanding of the teaching their own teaching practice and
and learning process. that of others
Management of Learning Programs They have high education-
They are recognized as leaders
They display skills in planning, focused situation cognition, are
in education, contributors to the
implementing, and managing more adept in problem solving
profession and initiators of
learning programs and optimize opportunities
collaborations and partnerships
gained from experience
Collaboration and Partnerships They provide support and
They actively engage in mentoring to colleagues in their
They are recognized as leaders
collaborative learning with the professional development, as
in education, contributors to the
professional community and well as work collaboratively
profession and initiators of
other stakeholders for mutual with them to enhance the
collaborations and partnerships.
growth and advancement. learning and practice potential of
their colleagues.
Professional Development They continually seek to develop They demonstrate a dedication to
They are reflective practitioners
their professional knowledge and motivating the education
who continually consolidate the
practice by reflecting on their community and stakeholders to
knowledge, skills, and practices
own needs, and those of their enhance education in the
of Career Stage 1 teachers.
colleagues and students Philippines.
Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers
2. What do you think is your current Career Stage? 3. What do you think would support you to advance to
the next Career Stage?
I believe I am currently at the Teachers' qualities are

Beginning Teacher level, developed in part by the school
according to The PPST Career community. Part IV of the
Stages (DepEd Order No.42, S. IPCRF, the IDP, is the one that
2017, Enclosure 1, 9), because has helped me the most in my
I have been in the service for professional development as a
almost three years and require teacher. This allows me to
additional improvement and identify my strengths and
guidance from experienced shortcomings, as well as focus
colleagues. I can handle on activities and training that
various learning programs and will help me overcome my
develop learning tactics based weaknesses.
on the needs of students, but I
still have a long way to go.

4. What Career Stage do you aspire to ten years from Are there aspects of your teaching practice that exceed practices articulated in the Career Stage 2
now? descriptors? If yes, please cite them.
5.
In ten years, I want to be a

highly proficient or
distinguished teacher who
exemplifies the highest
standard of teaching,
demonstrates a great capacity
to grow my teaching practice,
and leaves a lasting impression
on my colleagues, students, and
others.
None

6. Is it possible for a newly-hired DepEd teacher to
exhibit teaching practices in Career Stage 3 and 4?
Explain your answer
Yes, because some teachers

who seek to teach in public
schools are well-qualified and
have more experience teaching
in other institutions that
correspond to career stages 3
and 4.

Optional Task: Formative Quiz
Read the following scenarios and choose the career stage that aligns best with the described practice.
Scenario Answer Feedback

1. Teacher Marilyn is in her 2 year of teaching. She has adapted well
nd
to teaching in DepEd but she acknowledges that she still has a lot to
learn from her more seasoned colleagues. Marilyn is in the:
a. Beginning Stage
b. Proficient Stage
c. Highly Proficient Stage
d. Distinguished Stage
2. Teacher Rolly is a role model in his school. He is a consistent

Outstanding Teacher in the Division and has been recognized by the
Civil Service Commission as a recipient of Lingkod Bayan Award.
Rolly is in the:
a. Beginning Stage
b. Proficient Stage
3. Teacher Elinor serves as mentor to her co-teacher during LAC

Sessions and classroom observations. Her fifteen years of
experience as an English teacher has earned her the trust of her
colleagues in terms of in-depth knowledge and skills in teaching the
content and handling learners’ behavior of different levels. She is
good at collaborating with people and in providing support. Elinor is
in the:
a. Beginning Stage
b. Proficient Stage

4. Teacher Kath can teach alone without the Master Teacher’s
assistance. She has unique skills in planning, implementing and
managing learning programs in the school. Kath is in the:
a. Beginning Stage
b. Proficient Stage
5. Teacher Christine has exceptional skills in influencing people through
her articles in different academic journals. She has been frequently
invited to different conventions to share her successful innovation in
teaching for benchmarking and collaboration. Christine is in the:
a. Beginning Stage
b. Proficient Stage

Summary
1. Four career stages are articulated in the Philippine 4. Career Stage 3 or Highly Proficient Teachers
Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST). consistently display a high level of performance in
Each stage is constituted by particular their teaching practice. They manifest an in-depth
professional practice that defines and locates and sophisticated understanding of the teaching and
teacher quality within a developmental learning process. They have high education-focused
continuum. situation cognition, are more adept in problem
2. Career Stage 1, or Beginning Teachers, have solving and optimize opportunities gained from
gained the qualifications recognized for entry experience. They provide support and mentoring
into the teaching profession. They have a strong to colleagues in their professional development, as
understanding of the subjects/areas in which they well as work collaboratively with them to enhance
are trained in terms of content knowledge and the learning and practice potential of their
pedagogy. They possess the requisite colleagues. They continually seek to develop their
knowledge, skills and values that support the professional knowledge and practice by reflecting
teaching and learning process. They manage on their own needs, and those of their colleagues
learning programs and have strategies that and students.
promote learning based on the learning needs of 5. Career Stage 4 or Distinguished Teachers
their students. They seek advice from embody the highest standard for teaching grounded
experienced colleagues to consolidate their in global best practices. They exhibit exceptional
teaching practice. capacity to improve their own teaching practice
3. Career Stage 2 or Proficient Teachers are and that of others. They are recognized as leaders
professionally independent in the application of in education, contributors to the profession, and
skills vital to the teaching and learning process. initiators of collaborations and partnerships. They
They provide focused teaching programs that create lifelong impact in the lives of colleagues,
meet curriculum and assessment requirements. students and others. They consistently seek
They display skills in planning, implementing, and professional advancement and relevance in
managing learning programs. They actively engage pursuit of teaching quality and excellence. They
in collaborative learning with the professional exhibit commitment to inspire the education
community and other stakeholders for mutual community and stakeholders for the improvement
growth and advancement. They are reflective of education provision in the Philippines.
practitioners who continually consolidate the
knowledge, skills and practices of Career Stage 1
teachers.
Session 2 – The PPST Domains, Strands,
and Indicators 1. The PPST defines teacher quality in the Philippines.
It has domains which describe the expectations
Key Topic 1: Domains required of Filipino teachers to be effective in the
21st century in the Philippines. How many domains
does the PPST have? 7 domains
The PPST articulates teacher quality through well-organized
domains, strands, and indicators. The succeeding tasks will 2. The Domains collectively comprise of strands
guide you through this structure. that refer to more specific dimensions of teacher
practices. How many strands does the PPST have?
Required Task 1: Reading 37 strands
The PPST is an enclosure to DO no. 42 s. 2017 and is 3. The PPST defines the work expected from teachers
available for download online. across different career stages. How many
career stages are there?
4 career stages
In this activity, you will need a copy of the PPST booklet.

You may get a copy of the DepEd Order with PPST booklet
through this link: https://www.deped.gov.ph/wp-content/
uploads/2017/08/DO_s2017_042-1.pdf
Part I
Refer to the Glossary (p. 24) and read the formal definitions
of “Domain”, “Strand” and “Indicator”.
Part II
It is important for you to be familiar with the features of
the PPST in order to better understand the upcoming
sessions and modules. Let’s see if you were able to pick
up the following information after reading the booklet’s
introduction.

Part III.
Go to page 10 of the PPST booklet. You will see a table
which shows the features of the PPST.
Figure 1. The PPST Domains, Strands, and Indicators
In this table, you are introduced to indicators, which are Domain 1 – Content Knowledge and Pedagogy
concrete, observable and measurable teacher behaviors/
practices covered in every strand in the PPST. Each Strand 2 of Domain 1 – Research-based knowledge
indicator is represented by a code for easy reference. and principles of teaching and learning
For example, Indicator 1.2.3 means that the indicator is Career Stage 3 (Highly Proficient) Strand 2 of
under: Domain 1 – Collaborate with colleagues in the
conduct and application of research to enrich
knowledge of content and pedagogy.

Figure 1.2. The PPST Domains, Strands, and Indicators
Try it:
Indicator 3.4.2 means that the indicator is under:
Which domain?
Which strand?
Which indicator?

Summary
1. The PPST defines teacher quality in the Philippines.

It sets clear expectations along well-defined
career stages.
2. In order to help teachers seamlessly integrate the
PPST into their practice, the PPST shall be used as
a basis for all learning and development
programs, selection and promotion, and
performance appraisals for teachers.
3. The PPST booklet describes the expectations of
teachers organized through its salient features:
the Domains, Strands, Indicators and career
stages.
4. The PPST has 4 Career Stages, 37 Strands, and
7 Domains. There are 37 indicators for each
career stage.

Required Task 2: Formative Quiz
Let’s check your understanding of the PPST domains. Use

a copy of the PPST to match the following scenarios
with
the appropriate Domain.

1. Teacher Joy, a Grade 9 adviser, caught one of her learners smoking along
a secluded corridor when going to the comfort room. Teacher Joy asked the
learner to remain in the classroom after the lesson. During the conference
with the learner, Teacher Joy warned the learner to quit smoking at school
otherwise his parents will be called for a conference.
a. Domain 1 - Content Knowledge and Pedagogy
b. Domain 2 - Learning Environment DOMAIN 2-STRAND 6

Management of learner behavior
c. Domain 3 - Diversity of Learners
Domain 2 -
d. Domain 4 - Curriculum and Planning Learning
e. Domain 5 - Assessment and Reporting
Environment The teacher uses positive and
nonviolent discipline to constructively
f. Domain 6 - Community Linkages and Professional Engagement regulate the learner's conduct.
g. Domain 7 - Personal Growth and Professional Development

2. During the post conference, Mrs. Manuel, being the school head and rater of
teacher-ratee, emphasized that the use of varied learning materials aid learn-
ers’ understanding of the lesson and allow learners to practice the application
of concepts. She also mentioned that varied learning materials also cater to
learners’ different learning styles.
a. Domain 1 - Content Knowledge and Pedagogy
b. Domain 2 - Learning Environment Domain 4 -

Curriculum and
c. Domain 3 - Diversity of Learners DOMAIN 4 STRAND 1
Planning
d. Domain 4 - Curriculum and Planning Planning and management of teaching
and learning process
f. Domain 6 - Community Linkages and Professional Engagement
3. Teacher Rolly, a Grade 7 English Teacher, discussed the rules on Subject-

Verb Agreement in his lesson. During group work, his learners were tasked to
make a travel brochure for a particular place. He reminded them to describe
the beauty of the place and include short history while observing correct
subject-verb agreement for their captions.
Domain 4 - DOMAIN 4-STRAND 2
a. Domain 1 - Content Knowledge and Pedagogy Curriculum and Learning outcomes aligned with
Planning learning competencies
b. Domain 2 - Learning Environment
c. Domain 3 - Diversity of Learners
d. Domain 4 - Curriculum and Planning
f. Domain 6 - Community Linkages and Professional Engagement

Key Topic 2: Strands
As you already know from the previous session, domains
are broad conceptual spheres of teaching and learning
practices defined by specific strands in the set of
professional standards for teachers. The domains have of strands, e.g. Domain 1 contains seven (7) whereas
varying numbers Domain 2 contains six (6) strands. Figure 1 shows the
first three Strands in Domain 1.
Figure 2: First 3 Strands within Domain 1

Optional Task: Activity
Without referring to the PPST booklet, identify in which Domain the
following selected strands belong to. List the strands under the
column representing the Domain.
1. Professional links with colleagues

2. Research-based knowledge and principles of teaching and learning
3. Management of classroom structure and activities
4. Learners with disabilities, giftedness and talents
5. Learning outcomes aligned with learning competencies
6. Monitoring and evaluation of learner progress and achievement
7. Establishment of learning environments that are responsive to community contexts
8. Positive use of ICT
9. Learners’ gender, needs, strengths and experiences
10. Planning and management of teaching and learning process
11. Design, selection, organization, and utilization of assessment strategies
12. School Policies and Procedures
13. Dignity of teaching as profession
14. Learner safety and security
Community
Content Personal Growth
Learning Diversity of Curriculum and Assessment & Linkages and
Knowledge & Professional
Environment Learners Planning Reporting Professional
& Pedagogy Engagement
Engagement
Refer to pages 5-7 of the PPST booklet to check accuracy of your answers.
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Required Task 3: Reflection
Go through the PPST booklet and read through the

Domains and Strands. Use the table below to identify
Strands which you think could be challenging for you.
Domains Challenging Strands Why is it challenging? Input from the Mentor

(you may just (gray area or points (optional, but highly
indicate strand for clarification) encouraged)
numbers e.g.
1.3)
Content Knowledge and Pedagogy Integrate the lesson within
I'm having difficulty dealing
and across the curriculum. In
with an adequate integration
1.1 Mathematics, you can
for my lesson.
integrate in problem solving.
Learning Environment I still need improvement in Always build self-confidence
2.6
handling learners behavior. with authority.
Diversity of Learners Insufficient knowledge in Develop differentiated
handling different students activities that will cater
3.5
from indigenous group. different students.
Curriculum and Planning Develop interactive activity,
Difficulty in using ICT as use audio lesson, video
4.5
learning resources. lesson or any interactive
application.
Assessment and Reporting Check students module as
Difficulty in creating
5.1 assessment to develop
assessment strategies
intervention if needed.
Community Linkages Difficulty in encouraging Join organization like
6.2 parents to engage in different KIWANIS that implement
school activity. community activities.
Personal Growth and Professional Development Need to review different
teaching philosophy and
Attend seminars, FGD and
7.1 recall how can I apply this in
LAC Session.
my teaching and learning
process.
(Optional)
It is encouraged that you consult your TIP mentor so they
could provide input or points for clarification for
challenging concepts. The results of this activity can also be
discussed in the Learning Action Cell with other newly-hired
teachers, in order to identify in which domains the newly-
hired teachers need more help or intervention.
If there are specific indicators which you wish to know more

about, you may read through the PPST Resource Packages
from the following online links:
https://www.rctq.ph/?page_id=2680

Key Topic 3: Indicators
The PPST domains and strands describe the
dimensions of teaching and learning practices across
content areas and grade levels. In order to further
support teachers’ professional practice, the PPST
elaborates the strands into concrete, observable and
measurable teacher behaviors/ practices called
indicators. Figure 2 shows the four Indicators – one for
each career stage – within Strand 1.1.
Figure 3: Indicators articulating developmental practice within Strand 1.1

Each strand is progressively elaborated across the four
career stages to articulate continuum of practice. This is
evident if you read through the indicators from left to Based on the current default classification, in which career
right, starting from beginning towards proficient. stage are you in?
On the other hand, reading through the indicators by I believe I am currently at the Beginning Teacher level,
each career stage column, you will see the behaviors and according to The PPST Career Stages (DepEd Order
practices expected from teachers according to their
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system of teacher certification to assign or promote but I still have a long way to go.
teachers to career stages based on their competencies.
Currently, the default career stage classification is as
follows: Summary
Teacher 1-3 with 0-3 years of teaching experience: 1. The PPST is sufficiently generic to describe
Beginning Career Stage teaching and learning practices across content
Teacher 1-3 with more than 3 years of teaching areas and grade levels.
experience: Proficient Career Stage 2. The PPST contains domains of broad conceptual
Master Teacher I-II: Highly Proficient Career Stage spheres of teaching and learning practices which
are defined by specific strands. Each strand is
Master Teacher III-IV: Distinguished Career Stage further elaborated into concrete, observable and
measurable teacher behaviors/practices called
indicators.
However, it is important to note that a teacher is not 3. The PPST indicators show the continuum of
‘boxed’ in a Career Stage. For example, a teacher may practice from beginning to proficient career stage.
exhibit the majority of his/her practice in Indicators for the
Beginning Career Stage but may exhibit Proficient or even
Highly Proficient of teaching practice on some Indicators.

Module 2 – Embedding the PPST in HR Required Tasks
Systems • Formative test
• Reflection
• Scenario-based Activity
Intended Module Learning Outcomes Required Resources
• Department Oder No. 2 s., 2015, “Guidelines in the
Implementation of the Results-Based Performance
At the end of this module, you should be able to: Management System in the Department of
1. set professional goals that are aligned with the Education”;
PPST; and • Department Order No. 66 s., 2017, “Revised
Guidelines on the Appointment and Promotion
2. develop a personal professional improvement plan of other Teaching, Teaching Related and Non-
that will support your career goals. Teaching Positions”
• DepEd Order 001 s., 2020, “Guidelines for NEAP
3. share own reflections with peers on desirable
Recognition of Professional Development Programs
personal and professional practices that are geared
and Courses for Teachers and Schools Leaders”
towards higher level practice/indicators.
• DepEd Order 78 s., 2007, “Strengthening
the Program on Awards and Incentives for
Estimated Time Required: 2 hours Service Excellence (PRAISE) of the
Department of Education”
• DepEd Order No. 32 s., 2016, “Addendum to
Module Outline DepEd Order No. 3 s., 2016 (Hiring
Guidelines for Senior High School (SHS)
Teaching Positions Effective School Year (SY)
Session 1 – The PPST and DepEd’s Human 2016-2017)”
Resource (HR) Systems • DepEd Order No. 7 s., 2015, “Hiring
Session 2 – The PPST, RSP and the Merit Guidelines for Teacher I Positions Effective
Selection Plan (MSP) of DepEd School Year (SY) 2015-2016”
Session 3 – The Strategic Alignment of the RPMS • Philippine Development Plan 2017 to 2022;
with the PPST • Results-Based Performance Management System
Session 4 – Role of RPMS-PPST in Teachers’ (RPMS) Manual for Teachers and School Heads
Learning and Development • Republic Act 7041, “An Act Requiring Regular
Session 5 – The Rewards and Recognition (R&R) in Publication of Existing Vacant Positions in
the Context of RPMS-PPST Government Offices, Appropriating Funds
Therefore, and for other Purposes”.

Session 1 –The PPST and DepEd’s Human Resource (HR) Systems
Key Topic 1: The DepEd Human Resource (HR)

Systems DepEd’s HR systems (Figure 1) are support mechanisms
Think of the PPST as a yardstick of teacher quality and the that are meant to help teachers realize their career goals. It
Department’s human resource (HR) systems as support is good for new teachers to see how these HR systems
mechanisms that enable teachers to progress across are interconnected so that they can know how each of
career stages from Beginning to Distinguished stage. The these systems work for their benefits, for their learners and
for the nation as a whole.
Figure 4: DepEd’s HR Systems (BHROD, 2017)

the essence of SHRM.
Figure 1 depicts the four (4) HR systems in DepEd that

are PSST-aligned. These are Recruitment, Selection
and Placement (RSP), Results-Based Performance
Management System (RPMS), Learning and
Development (L&D) and Rewards and Recognition
(R&R). The RSP is the initiating mechanism that enables
DepEd to attract talents to enter into the DepEd workforce.
In the very near future, DepEd intends to manage its talent
by strategically connecting the other three
(3) HR systems, RPMS, L&D and R&R -- through the
standards. This means that one HR system reinforces the
other, an output in one HR system is an input to another.
Teachers should be able to see this strategic link in order
for them to optimize its utility for their benefit and that of
their learners, and ultimately for DepEd to achieve its
mandate, i.e., to provide every Filipino learner, quality
education as stated in Paragraph 4, Section 1 of the Republic
Act 9155.
RSP
Teachers get into the DepEd system through the RSP
system. The RSP is a series of sequential HR processes
from recruitment, selection to placement. Teacher
induction, or on-boarding, is another HR system that is
intended to help teachers transition the public-school
system. Beginning with the end in mind can help teachers
see the big picture. From DepEd’s perspective, Teacher I
will not remain Teacher I. Each teacher must progress
towards the continuum of the PPST, i.e., from Beginning to
Distinguished teacher.
RPMS
Teachers’ professional development and recognition of their
accomplishments are embedded in the four (4) cycles of
RPMS. Therefore, one HR system is not to be treated as
stand-alone because one system’s output is input to
another. As a whole, these systematic connections
amongst the HR systems and the PPST is called ‘Strategic
Human Resource Management’ (SHRM). Using the PPST as
the basis of teachers’ performance within the HR systems is
appointed. Research has found that coaching is an effective
professional learning modality that can help teachers improve
their teaching practices as well as learners’ academic
performance (Blazar, David, & Kraft, 2015, 563).
L&D and R&R
Rewards and Recognition (R&R) is an essential aspect
L&D is embedded within the RPMS cycles. During “Development
of performance management in all organizations. DepEd’s
Planning” in Phase IV, teachers are given the opportunity to identify
R&R mechanism is anchored on Civil Service Commission
their learning gaps or developmental needs through the Individual
Program of Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence
Development Plan (IDP). The IDP is an important part of the teachers’
(PRAISE). The purpose of DepEd-PRAISE is to motivate
Individual Performance Commitment Rating Form (IPCRF). The IDP
DepEd personnel to deliver excellent performance which
is signed by both the teachers and their mentors. This is an indication
will in turn contribute to the overall performance of the
that both have the responsibility to carry-out what was stated in the
Department.
IDP. At the beginning of the performance rating, i.e., the IDP serves as
one of the bases for teachers’ learning needs. The needs are anchored Both L&D and R&R are relevant HR systems that help
on the PPST. Phase II of the RPMS is where coaching is carried out strengthen the performance management practices of school
until the evaluation phase to address teachers’ learning needs. heads to provide teachers the needed support to
Coaching is a workplace professional development modality, through progress across the PPST continuum.
which learning interventions occur in school where teachers are

Required Task 1: Formative Test
Scenario 2: An Advanced Teacher at the
Multiple Choice Test: Respond to the following Beginning Stage of PPST
scenarios based on your understanding of the PPST and
the strategic connect of the DepEd HR systems:
Teacher Ruth had three (3) years teaching experience in
Scenario I: Teacher Anthony’s Dreams a private school before she was hired in the public high
It is Teacher Anthony’s first year of teaching. After school where she is currently teaching. Because of her
going through the Teacher Induction Program (TIP), he prior experience, she has already acquired some good
dreams of becoming a Master Teacher someday. He teaching practices and she has been identified by her
knows that he has to work on his competency gaps School Head as a high performer and high potential future
based on the indicators for proficient teachers in the teacher leader. This coincides with Teacher Ruth’s dream
PPST. After taking the self-assessment test (SAT), to become a future school leader in DepEd. However, she
Teacher Anthony admitted to his mentor that he needs is a newly-hired teacher and her colleagues label her as
support in certain domains at the beginning level. Beginning Teacher under the PPST. Which of the following
behaviors can help teacher Ruth fulfill her career goal?
Which of the following will NOT GREATLY help Teacher

Anthony achieve his dream of becoming a Master Teacher? a. Align with the PPST her professional teaching
practices
b. Get help from somebody she knows in DepEd to
a. Use the result of his SAT in identifying his serve as her “padrino”
learning needs
c. Gather certificates of her previous trainings in the
b. Attend as many learning and development activities private school where she taught and keep it for
to earn as many certificates for promotion promotion
c. Regularly revisit the PPST to align his d. Make friends with her school head, so she can have
professional development needs with the his/her favor
expectations of proficient teachers
d. Gather evidences of his good performance
Answer: A. There is a high potential for promotion,
when beginning teachers use the PPST to monitor their
own performance and align their professional practices
Answer: B, merely attending training sessions is insufficient
with the expectations from them based on the PPST,
to help teacher Anthony reach his career goal.
which is a nationally accepted standards for teacher
quality (DepEd Order No. 42, s.2017).

Scenario 3: Teacher Ruth’s Supportive Mentor in the professional ethics that he manifests in his teaching
practices. Which of the following statement is NOT
possible in this case?
Teacher Ruth is in her second year of teaching. She is
quite a fast learner when it comes to using the PPST for
her professional development benefits. Her mentor has a. Teacher Abel could be a high potential for future
been very supportive and is one of the key contributors school leadership
to teacher Ruth’s successful completion of the Teacher
Induction Program. Phase IV of the RPMS cycle, b. He may not need to undertake DepEd’s Induction
Performance Rewarding and Development Planning, is Program
fast approaching. Which of the following is most likely to c. He can be tapped as resource person in the
happen to teacher Ruth? school’s Learning Action Cell (LAC)
d. His progression across the PPST continuum could
a. To address her performance gaps, teacher Ruth will be faster if he purposely use PPST as the basis for
be referred to a peer for coaching session during his professional practice
the next school year
b. Teacher Ruth will not be able to get the outstanding Answer: B
rating for the current school year
c. Teacher Ruth may be awarded for her outstanding
performance
Scenario 5: Propelling Teachers Motivation
d. Teacher Ruth will remain at the beginning level
of the PPST
School Head Ms. Lopez is a strong proponent of
Answer: C DepEd’s contextualized Program of Awards and
Recognition for Service Excellence (DepEd-PRAISE).
Every year during “Teachers’ Day Celebration”, she
recognizes her high performing teachers and normally
Scenario 4: Possibilities in the Life of a Newly
gives them a “Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding
Hired Teacher
Performance”. Teachers Marlyn and Carmina are both
newly hired teachers in Mathematics and they are both
aspiring to get outstanding award during the school year.
Teacher Abel is a newly hired teacher. Prior to his work Which of the following will NOT help them attain their
in DepEd, he had been working as Department Head in goal?
private school. His professional experience is very evident

a. Optimize the use of the Teacher Induction Program
(TIP) materials to orient themselves with the context
of DepEd, the PPST and other HR systems
b. Prepare their MOVs according to the guidelines in
the RPMS-PPST
c. Participate in learning and development that will
close their competency gaps and developmental
needs
d. Make close friendships with their school head and
Department heads
Answer: D
Optional Task: Reflection

Reflect on the strategic relationships amongst the PPST
and the HR systems.

PERSONAL REFLECTIONS ON THE STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT OF THE PPST AND HR SYSTEMS
Having the right perspective about the PPST and the different HR systems can help you plan your career and move forward
according to your short- and long-term professional goals. Reflect on what you have learned from readings and activities in
Section I of this Module. Answer each reflective question in the I-chart, or information chart, below. Share your insights with
your mentor at your next mentoring session.
I-Chart on HR Systems
HR System What did I learn? What can I do with what I What are the implications of my
learned? new learnings with my current
practice?
RSP
RPMS-PPST
L&D
R&R

Summary
The DepEd HR systems are interrelated and anchored

on the PPST. These HR systems are put in place to
support teachers’ continuing professional development.
Optimizing use of the PPST and the HR systems enables
teachers to pursue their professional goals. The HR
systems are intended to support them.
Recommended Further Readings: DO 2 s., 2015, DO

001 s., 2020, DO. 78 s., 2007
Required Reading: RPMS-PPST Manual for Teachers and
School Heads, page 10

Session 2: The PPST, RSP and the Merit Selection Plan (MSP) of DepEd
Required Task 1: Preliminary Activity
Accomplish the K-W-L-H Chart below.
What do you know about? What else do you want What did you learn about the How will you learn more?
to know? PPST and HR systems? e.g. read from online sources
PPST
PPST shall be used as a
What are the specific Through self-learning and
basis for learning and
MOVs for some domains coaching from my
development programs
in PPST? mentor.
for teachers.
RSP
How is the RSP helps It intended to help
teachers be familiar with teachers transition the With the help of TIP and
the DepEd Systems? public-school system. mentors.
MSP It is the standard process

for promoting best-fit
How long is the needed
teaching and non- Through continuous
service of the teacher to
teaching DepEd professional development
be promoted?
personnel.
Recommended Readings: DO 66 s., 2007 and DO 7 s., 2015

Key Topic 1: Looking through the PPST lens: Onboard- Key Topic 2: The Strategic Connect of the PPST and
ing the best-fit teachers in DepEd schools DepEd’s Recruitment and Promotion Processes
Technological advances are major drivers of change and You have seen in the previous section that attracting
they can assist in responding to the challenges highly competent teachers is one of the most important
confronting schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic and human resource processes. This is so because, if
other major dis- ruptions to the delivery of education. The DepEd is able to recruit quality newly-hired teachers, the
Department needs to ensure that newly-hired teachers learning and development gaps of teachers could be
possess competencies on the use of various delivery narrowed down. This means that instead of putting the
modalities and platforms as well as the competencies to Department’s resources to continually address teachers’
teach content. Teachers with technological knowledge learning gaps, they can be directed to address other needs
and skills are much-needed in DepEd schools, more than of both teachers and learners. What does it mean for
ever before. In the very near future, DepEd will scout teachers? When teachers are highly competent, they are
teachers using a competency-based recruitment process. more motivated and inspired to facilitate their classes.
This will ensure that the teachers of the very near future are They are more fulfilled in their profession. Consequently,
highly competent to ensure the continu- ity of quality they can also progress more successfully in the PPST
education even in difficult circumstances (Re- public Act continuum. In this case, there will be career opportunities
9155, 2001). for teachers, depending on their choice. That is why it is
important for beginning teachers to understand how they
Studies have found that teachers play a crucial role in can optimize the PPST and HR systems to help them
their learners’ academic performance (Schneider et al. reach their career goals.
2017; Rothstein 2015; Ngware et al. 2015); hence, DepEd
Teachers who successfully progress across the PPST
ensures that it has quality teachers to execute lessons in
continuum are high potential for future master teachers,
different learning modalities. Since, teaching and learning
who are recognized as subject matter experts in their area
today can happen even outside the confines of
of specializations, or school leaders. There is a high potential
classrooms, knowledge and skills of teachers in the
for promotion when beginning teachers use the PPST to
production of electronic learning materials are becoming
monitor their own performance and align their professional
highly important. Through a well-defined recruitment
practices with the expectations from them based on the
process, DepEd can place the best-fit teachers in all
PPST.
public schools. The use of different teaching and learning
modalities is articulated in the Indica- tors for all career PPST is used as a yardstick for teacher quality in the
stages within the PPST. country. It is also important to note that through the lens of
the PPST, public school teachers are recruited, on-
boarded and can advance their career through clear-cut
promotion guidelines articulated in Department Order No.
66 s., 2007, “The Merit Selection Plan of the Department
of Education”, which will soon be evolved into a
standards-based recruitment process. The DepEd merit
selection is anchored on Civil
Service Commission’s (CSC’s) Memorandum Circular 03 s., Required Task 2: Reflection
2001, “Revised Policies on Merit Promotion Plan”, which
Reflect on your greatest learnings about meritocracy and fit-
underscores the merit and fitness principle which serve
ness principles on hiring and promotion. What does this tell
as a general framework for hiring and promotion of
you? How will you adjust your professional goal and
government personnel. The MSP is also a mechanism
practice with DepEd’s expectations from its personnel?
that supports DepEd in achieving its mission, vision, goals
Write your reflections/insights on the space provided
and objectives.
below.
Key Topic 3: RSP and MSP
Recruitment, Selection and Placement (RSP) is the initiating
step within the HR system. Recruitment is about Teachers are hired and
attracting the quality of teachers that the Department needs
to teach in public schools across the country. This is promoted based on their
done by posting vacancies in places where they can be
broadly announced in compliance with the requirements qualifications, not on who
of publication law embodied in RA 7041. DepEd needs to
attract good quality teacher-applicants to respond to the
they know or who can help
needs of its K to 12 learners and ensure that quality
education will continue to be provided in all public schools.
them, thanks to the
Quality teachers are needed to produce quality K to 12 meritocracy and fitness
learners. Research findings support the growing need to
hire quality teachers as they serve as input to learners’ ideals. To be eligible for
performance (Goldhaber, 2015, 64; Kelly, 2012; Kennedy,
2010). promotion, beginning
When teachers enter DepEd, the onboarding process teachers should use the PPST
scaffolds their smooth transition to their new
environment. This entails a more detailed understanding
to track their progress and
about the organization. The PPST defines teacher quality connect their professional
and guides teachers’ performance, professional
development needs and possible career progression. The practices to the PPST's
PPST supports teachers to achieve their career goals, and
DepEd’s policy guidelines on hiring and promotion set out requirements.
the standard processes. DepEd’s Merit and Selection
Plan (MSP), which operates under the principle of
meritocracy and fitness, defines the standard process for
promoting best-fit teaching and non- teaching candidates.
Qualification and competence are the critical bases for
promoting DepEd personnel.
Summary
The PPST is linked with DepEd’s Recruitment, Selection

and Placement (RSP) system and the Merit Selection Plan
(MSP). This ensures that DepEd hires teachers who are
qualified to teach in public schools, are subject matter
experts and possess the core behavioral competencies that
are needed to deliver DepEd outcomes. Both the RSP
and the MSP operate on the principle of merit and
fitness. This means that teacher applicants’
qualifications are assessed based on merit and not
based on who they know or who can help them.

Session 3: The Strategic Alignment of the
RPMS with the PPST
Required Task 1: Preliminary Activity
Recommended Readings: DO 2, s.2015 and RPMS- Refer to page 69 of the RPMS Manual (See Figure 2) and
PPST Manual for Teachers and School Heads reflect on the RPMS framework. What does this framework
communicate to you? Identify relevant activities that you
Activity: Accomplish the “My RPMS-PPST Activity should undertake in each cycle.
Logs”
MY RPMS-PPST ACTIVITY LOGS
RPMS My Intended Activities per Cycle

(What preparatory activities do you need to do in between each cycle?)
Cycles Inclusive Dates
Phase I:
Performance Planning and First week of August, a week Discussion/Issuance of RPMS Tools
Commitment before start of classes  Self-Assessment
Phase II:
Performance Monitoring and  Monitoring and Coaching
Coaching April to May  Mid-year Review and Assessment
Phase III: Performance  Year-end Review and Assessment

Review and Evaluation 1st week of July, a week  Evaluation of Portfolio
after graduation  Computation of Final Rating
Phase IV:
Performance Rewarding and  Ways Forward and Development Planning
Development Planning July

Figure 5: The Results-Based Performance Management (RPMS) Framework (DepEd, 2019, 69)

Key Topic 1: The RPMS-PPST Framework: How
does it Work for Teachers?
Technical Assistance (TA) is consistently embedded in
each phase of the RPMS-PPST. This is done through
the mentoring program in which continuous coaching and
The Results-Based Performance Management (RPMS), feedback are given to teachers. Mentors play a crucial
as defined in DO 2 s., 2015, is a contextualized version role in the professional life of beginning teachers. Studies
of Civil Service Commission’s (CSC’s) Strategic report positive results when beginning teachers have
Performance Management System (SPMS). It is access to the kind of support they need (Martin, Buelow
strategically linked with the PPST and it also provides and Hoffman, 2016; Kyndt, Gijbels, Grosemans & Donche,
input to other HR systems, like L&D and R&R. The 2016; Murray, 2015). Mentoring and coaching support
RPMS-PPST framework (Figure 2) encapsulates the teachers to adjust their performance and calibrate their
relationships of these HR systems and clearly shows perspectives based on the PPST.
how teachers’ performance can be used as input to the
L&D and R&R systems. The PPST is used to identify
teachers’ performance gaps and/or developmental needs. Required Task 2: Activity
Developmental L&D needs are future-oriented; they help
teachers address competencies that might be needed for
their future higher-level position. On the other hand, Analyze the two (2) scenarios below and
competency gaps are needs that must be met to enable indicate whether the following statements are
teachers to perform their current teaching job as stated in true or false.
the PPST.
Scenario A: Teacher Paula is a new BSE graduate Major

The RPMS-PPST manual and associated tools clearly in Science who has been hired to teach in a Junior High
communicate the activities that teachers will undergo, School.
expected outputs, and timelines, and include the forms
that teachers need in each cycle. Notice that the PPST
is at the core of the framework (Figure 2). The PPST is Scenario B: Teacher Dennis has been teaching Science in
not just about standard expectations from teachers a private school for the past four (4) years. After he
across the country; it is also a statement of accountability completed his doctoral degree, he applied to the same
as per the PPST. It clearly sets out what DepEd and its public high school where Teacher Paula is working. Both
external stakeholders, e.g., parents, business partners, Teachers Paula and Dennis are newly-hired teachers
etc., expect from public school teachers. The PPST guides handling Science.
teachers on how they can calibrate or align their current
practices with the standards. Developmental and
competency gap needs should be addressed.

Statement Response Feedback
Since Teacher Paula is inexperienced, her L&D needs might be
different from that of Teacher Dennis, who has been teaching for
the past three (3) years.
TRUE
Both teachers may use the PPST tools to identify their strengths
and areas in which they may need support. TRUE
Both teachers can have their L&D needs addressed through the
TRUE
RPMS-PPST.
Mentors’ feedback is important for both teachers to monitor their
own progress. They can get feedback from their mentors whether TRUE
formally or informally assigned.
Teacher Paula is a new BSE graduate Major in Science who has
TRUE
been hired to teach in a Junior High School.
Key Learnings: The PPST is a measure of teacher quality and the RPMS is a standard performance management mechanism
that puts forth a standard performance process for the benefit of teachers and learners.
Summary
In order for teachers to optimize the benefits from RPMS-PPST, they need to internalize the standards and performance man-
agement processes. This entails collaboration with peers and mentors. Since the RPMS cycle is embedded in teachers’ daily
job, continuous feedback is needed to support them until the RPMS processes become teachers’ professional practice.

Session 4 – Role of RPMS-PPST in Teach-
ers’ Learning and Development
Key Topic 1: Strategic Alignment of the RPMS and
L&D with the PPST
The strategic alignment of the RPMS and L&D with the

PPST is very evident in the RPMS-PPST processes. All
throughout the performance cycle, teachers continually
monitor their

performance and are able to identify their learning needs.
These L&D needs are documented during Phase IV of
the RPMS cycle where teachers plan their Individual
Develop- ment Plan. The previous year’s Individual Required Task 1: Activity
Development Plan is carried over into the next
performance cycle so it can be addressed. During Phase Read the scenarios below and answer the question that
III of the RPMS cycle, performance gaps or follows by choosing the correct answer from the given
developmental needs are identified and corresponding options.
L&D activities are determined and reflected in the IDP
during Phase IV. The most feasible L&D modality is taken Scenario 1: Classes have ended. Teachers Rona,
in order to realize them within the performance cycle. Evalou and Rex are planning for their development needs.
Teacher Rona shared with the group that she struggles to
Just like the RPMS, L&D is also a shared responsibility meet the indicators in Domain 2 of PPST. She has been
between teachers and the organization. The IDP is challenged in managing her learners’ behavior. Teacher
signed by both the ratee and the rater to make it evident Evalou admitted that she has not fully developed all core
that each person has the responsibility to ensure the competencies indicated in the RPMS. Teacher Rex is the
commitments in the IDP are realized (DO 2 s., 2015, 10). top performer among the three. He just got an “Outstanding
L&D continuously happens during the entire performance Rating” for the school year. Teacher Rex feels that he still
cycle, this is carried out through various modalities and needs to participate in L&D activities to address his
through continuous provision of feedback to improve developmental needs.
performance. L&D intervention for all public-school Respon
teachers should be relevant, needs-based, empowering,
uphold equality, and strategically connected with other HR
systems and the PPST.
Coaching and mentoring are sample modalities of L&D that

are made explicit in the RPMS that commences immediately
after Phase I. This shows that workplace learning is put
forth as the most effective L&D modality. Researchers in
the field recognize the value of workplace learning over
formal learning (Klein & Moore, 2016; Kyndt et al., 2016).
Continuous improvement on performance is expected
through feedback and monitoring.
Which of the following explains why all three of them need to participate in L&D activity
relevant to their needs? Teacher Rex needs
Teachers Rona and Evalou need L&D to address their developmental needs while teacher Rex L&D to address his
need to address his performance gaps developmental
Teacher Rex needs L&D to address his developmental needs, while teachers Rona and Evalou needs, while
need to participate in L&D to address their competency gaps teachers Rona and
All teachers need to attend L&D to address their developmental needs Evalou need to
All teachers need to attend coaching sessions participate in L&D
to address their
competency gaps
Summary
L&D is strategically connected with the RPMS and PPST.
Each cycle of the RPMS is supported by relevant L&D
activities for teachers. All professional development
(PD) for teachers should be relevant, needs-based and
anchored on the PPST. This strategic alignment of L&D
system with RPMS, PPST and R&R is designed to bring
about DepEd’s intended outcomes.

Required Task 2: Professional Development Plan
Prepare your Professional Development Plan that you

intend to implement for the current school year, using the
template provided below:
Development Goal Development Activity L&D Modality Target Completion Date

(Target PPST Domains)
Apply research-based
Content Knowledge and
knowledge and principles of IPCRF
Pedagogy August 2022
teaching and learning.
Plan and develop a lesson
based on the learner’s gender,
Diversity of Learner IPCRF September 2022
needs, strengths, interests,
and experiences.
Plan and develop learning
Curriculum and Planning environment that utilize the IPCRF August 2022
use of ICT.
Improve professional
Personal Growth and
development aligned with the IPCRF Year Round
Professional Development
PPST.

Session 5–Rewards and Recognition Rewards and Recognition (R&R) is an essential aspect
of performance management in any organization whether
(R&R) in the Context of RPMS-PPST
public or private. DepEd’s R&R mechanism is anchored
Key Topic 1: Rewards and Recognition on CSC’s Program of Awards and Incentives for Service
Excellence (PRAISE). The purpose of DepEd PRAISE is to
motivate DepEd personnel to deliver excellent performance
which will in turn contribute to the overall performance of
From the human resource perspective, performance is
the Department. Phase IV of the RPMS, “Performance
driven by motivation. In other words, teachers behave
Rewarding and Development Planning”, is about
the way they do because there is an inner drive that
recognizing outstanding performers at all levels of
pushes them. Motivation is said to be those, “factors that
governance. At the school level, its aim is to recognize
activate, direct and sustain goal-directed behavior”
outstanding teachers. DepEd wants all its teachers to
(Iricinschi, 2020, 271). Beginning teachers need to see both
perform well..
the big and small picture in order to comprehend their
stake in the PPST and the HR systems of DepEd in order Recognition is embedded in the RPMS-PPST. This is
to be fully motivated. Nobody can truly be motivated by part of Phase IV, i.e. Performance Recognition and
mere compliance or pleasing one’s immediate superior. Awarding. There are many forms of rewards. L&D is one
Superficial motivation is fleeting, it is surface level and the form of reward that is very evident in DepEd. The
person would tend to show expected behavior when National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP) is
someone is looking. This is not the kind of motivation that DepEd’s training arm that hones teaching and non-teaching
can bring any beginning teacher to real success in personnel in DepEd. Scholarship is another form of reward
his/her profession. to DepEd personnel. Scholarships are awarded to high
performing, high potential employees of DepEd because
When beginning teachers enter the DepEd workforce, they
they are expected to give a return of investment (ROI) to
possess varying abilities, competencies and experiences that
DepEd when they return from their scholarship.
can help them carry out their teaching duties
competently. Ability enables one to perform or carry out a Beginning teachers should not focus solely on these
function or task. Motivation is another element that is tangible rewards. Seeing their learners graduate and
needed in order to enable beginning teachers to translate become productive citizens of our nation could be a
their abilities into something useful. But, they need more lasting form of intrinsic reward. On the other hand,
opportunities to explore and practice. So, one’s DepEd PRAISE motivates high performing teachers, who
performance is determined by one’s ability, internal or become good examples to their fellow teachers.
external motivation, and opportunities available. This is
why beginning teachers are given mentors. Mentors
create opportunities for beginning teachers to improve
their teaching practice. When this happens, beginning
teachers become more fulfilled and will likely progress in
their career.
Summary
Reward and recognition are forms of motivation – that is

why this is part of the RPMS cycle. The purpose is to
reward desirable performance as well as help teachers
align their practice with the expectations articulated in the
PPST.

Module 3 – The Results-based Performance Required Tasks
Management System (RPMS) • Table Completion Activity
• Reflection
Intended Module Learning Outcomes

Required Resources
At the end of this module you should be able to:
• Updated RPMS Manual for Teachers and School
1. demonstrate knowledge of the RPMS cycle, and Heads, http://deped.in/RPMSManualver2019
PPST-based RPMS tools and processes; • PPST Resource Package Modules, http://bit.ly/
PPSTResourcePackageA
2. use PPST-aligned tools in developing your teaching • DepEd Order No. 2, s. 2015, Guidelines on the
practices as defined by the standards; Establishment and Implementation of the
3. use PPST-aligned tools to monitor your Re- sults-based Performance Management
progress towards achieving your professional System (RPMS) in the Department of
development goals; and Education
• Civil Service Commission (CSC) Memorandum
4. develop lesson plans as quality evidence for RPMS. Circular No. 06, s. 2012, Guidelines in the Estab-
lishment and Implementation of Agency Strategic
Performance Management System (SPMS)
Module Outline
Session 1: The Results-based Performance Manage-
ment System (RPMS) of DepEd
Session 2: The PPST-aligned RPMS
Session 3: The RPMS Cycle
Session 4: The PPST-based RPMS Tools and Pro-
cesses
Session 5: Lesson Plans as Quality Evidence for
RPMS

Session 1 – The Results-based Perfor- that it has set itself in its strategic plan.
mance Management System (RPMS) of
DepEd The SPMS follows the four-stage Performance Manage-
ment System (PMS) cycle that underscores the importance
Preliminary Activity of performance management (Enclosure p. 6-11, CSC
Memorandum Circular No. 06, s. 2012):
Stage 1: Performance Planning and Commitment
In five (5) minutes, list down all things you know about Stage 2: Performance Monitoring and Coaching
RPMS. Start with basic one-liner information. Check these Stage 3: Performance Review and Evaluation
as you proceed with this session. Stage 4: Performance Rewarding and Development
Planning
Key Topic 1: The RPMS
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) issued Memorandum

Circular No. 06, s. 2012 titled Guidelines in the Establish-
ment and Implementation of Agency Strategic Performance
Management System (SPMS). The SPMS is focused on
linking individual performance vis-à-vis the agency’s organi-
zational vision, mission, and strategic goals. It is envisioned
as a technology composed of strategies, methods, and
tools for ensuring fulfillment of the functions of the offices
and its personnel as well as for assessing the
accomplishments. It is also a mechanism that ensures
that the employee achieves the objectives set by the
organization and the organization, on the other hand,
achieves the objectives

The four-stage Performance Management System (PMS) is illustrated in Figure 6.
Figure 6: Performance Management Systems Process

Source: Enclosure p. 20, CSC Memorandum Circular No. 06, s. 2012

Key Topic 2: The SPMS Performance Measure
In the first stage of the cycle, or the performance planning,

CSC mandates that performance be measured by the
following categories: Effectiveness/Quality, Efficiency, and
Timeliness.
Category Definition
Effectiveness/Quality The extent to which actual performance compares with targeted performance.
The degree to which objectives are achieved and the extent to which targeted problems are solved.
In management, effectiveness relates to getting the right things done.
Efficiency The extent to which time or resources is used for the intended task or purpose.
Measures whether targets are accomplished with a minimum amount or quantity of waste, expense, or
unnecessary effort.
Timeliness Measures whether the deliverable was done on time based on the requirements of the law and/or clients/
stakeholders.
Time-related performance indicators evaluate such things as project completion deadlines, time
management skills and other time-sensitive expectations.
Source: CSC Memorandum Circular

No. 06, s. 2012, Enclosure p. 6,

Key Topic 3: The SPMS Rating Scale
In the third stage of the cycle of the performance evalua-

tion, the CSC mandates a five-point rating scale.
Rating
Description
Numerical Adjectival
Performance represents an extraordinary level of achievement and commitment in terms of quality and time,
technical skills and knowledge, ingenuity, creativity, and initiative. Employees at this performance level should
5 Outstanding have demonstrated exceptional job mastery in all major areas of responsibility. Employee achievement and
contributions to the organization are of marked excellence.
Performance exceeded expectations. All goals, objectives and targets were achieved above the established
standards.
4 Very Satisfactory
Performance met expectations in terms of quality of work, efficiency, and timeliness. The most critical annual
goals were met.
3 Satisfactory
Performance failed to meet expectations, and/or one or more of the most critical goals were not met.
2 Unsatisfactory
Performance was consistently below expectations, and/or reasonable progress toward critical goals was not
made. Significant improvement is needed in one or more important areas.
1 Poor
Source: CSC Memorandum Circular No. 06, s. 2012, Enclosure p. 11

The SPMS Forms (Enclosure p. 15-16 & 26, CSC Memorandum Circular No. 06, s. 2012)
1. The Office Performance

Commitment and
Review Form (OPCRF)
summarizes the targets,
performance measures,
budget and responsibility
centers of the Office.

2. The Individual Perfor-
mance Commitment and
Review Form (IPCRF) is
an individual’s target based
on the Office performance
targets and measures in
the OPCRF.

3. The Professional Devel-
opment Plan is used to
improve or correct perfor-
mance of employees with
Unsatisfactory and Poor
performance ratings.

Figure 7: All government agencies adopted the CSC’s SPMS.
The Department of Edu-

cation (DepEd) adopted
CSC’s SPMS and called it
the Results-based Per-
formance Management
System (RPMS). The
Department released the
guidelines on the estab-
lishment and implementa-
tion of RPMS thru DepEd
Order No. 2, s. 2015.

Key Topic 4: Guidelines on the Establishment and
Implementation of the RPMS
DepEd Order No. 2, s. 2015, otherwise known as Guide-

lines on the Establishment and Implementation of the
Results-based Performance Management System (RPMS)
in the Department of Education, adopts the Civil Service
Commission’s Strategic Performance Management System
(SPMS) and stipulates the specific mechanisms, criteria
and processes for the performance target setting, monitor-
ing, evaluation, and development planning (Enclosure p. 3,
DepEd Order No. 2, s. 2015).
This DepEd Order provides for the establishment and im-

plementation of the RPMS in all DepEd schools and offices,
covering all officials and employees, school based and non-
school-based, in the Department holding regular plantilla
positions. For school-based personnel, the RPMS shall
be used only as an appraisal tool, which shall be the
basis for training and development (DepEd Order No. 2,
s. 2015).
Similar to the 4-stage SPMS Cycle, the RPMS follows a

4-phase cycle that covers performance for one whole year
(DepEd Order No. 2, s. 2015):

Figure 7. Updated Teachers RPMS Cycle and Timeline

The RPMS Performance Measure
Category Definition
Effectiveness/Quality The extent to which actual performance compares with targeted performance.
The degree to which objectives are achieved and the extent to which targeted problems are solved.
In management, effectiveness relates to getting the right things done.
Efficiency The extent to which time is or resources are used for the intended task or purpose. Measures whether targets
are accomplished with a minimum amount or quantity of waste, expense, or unnecessary effort.
In management, efficiency relates to doing the things right.
Timeliness Measures whether the deliverable was done on time based on the requirements of the law and/or clients/
stakeholders.
Time-related performance indicators evaluate such things as project completion deadlines, time management
skills and other time-sensitive expectations.

The RPMS Rating Scale
Rating
Description
Numerical Adjectival
Performance represents an extraordinary level of achievement and commitment in terms of
quality and time, technical skills and knowledge, ingenuity, creativity, and initiative. Employees
5 Outstanding at this performance level should have demonstrated exceptional job mastery in all major
areas of responsibility. Employee achievement and contributions to the organization are of
marked excellence.
Performance exceeded expectations. All goals, objectives and targets were achieved above
4 Very Satisfactory
the established standards.
Performance met expectations in terms of quality of work, efficiency, and timeliness. The most
3 Satisfactory
critical annual goals were met.
Performance failed to meet expectations, and/or one or more of the most critical goals were
2 Unsatisfactory
not met.
Performance was consistently below expectations, and/or reasonable progress toward critical
1 Poor
goals was not made. Significant improvement is needed in one or more important areas.

The RPMS Forms
Figure 8: Office Performance Commitment and Review Form (OPCRF)
The Office Performance Commitment Review Form (OPCRF) shall be accomplished by the head
of school, e.g. School Head, Head Teachers, including designated Teacher-in-Charge, to reflect the
office KRAs, objectives and performance indicators. Other personnel with administrative functions, but
are not head of office, must craft their own IPCRF.

Figure 9: The Individual Performance Commitment and Review Form (IPCRF)
The Individual Performance Commitment and Review Form (IPCRF) is a mechanism

used by government employees to evaluate the tasks completed by teachers over the
course of a year. The teacher’s major output is their performance on providing quality
basic education service.

Figure 10: The Professional Development Plan
Employee development is a continuous learning process that allows an employee to achieve his or
her personal goals within the framework of the organization’s goals. Employee creation is a joint
responsibility of the person, manager, human resources, and the organization.

Summary
• Civil Service Commission (CSC) Memorandum

Circular No. 6, s. 2012 provided for the
establishment of an institutionalized performance
management system in the public service.
• Department of Education (DepEd) Order No. 2, s.
2015 adopted the CSC’s Strategic Performance
Management System (SPMS) as the Results-based
Performance Management System (RPMS) of
the Department.
• The RPMS is done as a cycle of 4 phases. There
are corresponding forms and activities in each
phase of the RPMS Cycle.

Session 1 – The PPST-aligned RPMS To ensure that teachers are adequately competent to manage
the K-12 curriculum, the PPST serves as the cornerstone for
Required Activity 1: Reflection
all teacher
The learning
Rationale andAlignment
for the development initiatives.
of RPMS At the same
with PPST
time, the RPMS are evaluation tools that teachers utilize to
The idea
ensure of aligning the
high-quality RPMS withthroughout
performance PPST emergedtheir from
careers.
What have you learned about PPST and RPMS as two sep-
arate entities in DepEd? How about their alignment?
Teachers are given Key Result Areas (KRA), which by
the National Validation Study of the PPST conducted are the
the Philippine National Research Center for Teacher Quali-
general outputs or outcomes that are expected of them, as seen
intyRPMS.
(RCTQ) across 17 regions in the country in 2015.
These KRAs are in line with the PPST's Domains.
Key Topic 1: What happened with RPMS after Focus group workshops were conducted as part of the final
DepEd’s adoption and implementation of PPST? phase to validate the PPST.
Figure 11: Issues raised by teachers in the National Validation of the PPST

During this National Validation, various comments and
issues were raised by teachers (as shown in Figure 11). Supervisors and principals expressed the same views as
The participants saw alignment of the Revised Professional teachers (as shown in Figure 12). They recommended
Standards for Teachers with the existing DepEd the presence of support structures in the implementation of
systems such as the Results-based Performance the standards.
Management System (RPMS), promotion, as well as
hiring and recruitment systems. They indicated that the
alignment should be integrated seamlessly.
Figure 12: Issues raised by Supervisors and Principals in the National Validation of the PPST

These issues prompted the Bureau of Human Resource and
Organizational Development (BHROD), with RCTQ, to:
• Align the performance assessment tool,
responsive to career stages, with the PPST of Verification (MOV) as evidence of performance
• Focus on the essential duties • Refine the RPMS evaluation process to ensure
and responsibilities of teachers efficiency, fairness and equity in the evaluation
• Set tangible and realizable objectives from the process that places greater premium on quality not
indicators of PPST and provide specific Means quantity
Key developments in the creation of the PPST-aligned RPMS are shown on Figure 3.
Figure 13: Key developments in the creation of the PPST-aligned RPMS

Key Topic 2: Alignment of RPMS with PPST in
the PPST-based IPCRF
The PPST-based IPCRF, as described during the previous

session, is one of the most familiar forms in RPMS. Due to
the clamor of the field to integrate PPST to the other
existing HR systems during the National Validation Study
of the PPST. The RPMS adopted the Domains and
Indicators of the PPST as its Key Result Areas (KRAs)
and Objectives, respectively.
Key elements of the PPST-based IPCRF is shown in Figure 14.
Figure 14: Key elements of the PPST-Based IPCRF

The PPST-aligned RPMS in School Years (SYs) 2018-
2019 and 2019-2020
In SYs 2018-2019 and 2019-2020, the first 12 priority PPST

indicators were downloaded to the field and formed part
of the PPST-aligned RPMS for these rating periods.
RPMS PPST
KRA 1: Content Knowledge and Pedagogy Domain 1: Content Knowledge and Pedagogy
Domain 2: Learning Environment

KRA 2: Learning Environment and Diversity of Learners
Domain 3: Diversity of Learners
KRA 3: Curriculum and Planning Domain 4: Curriculum and Planning
KRA 4: Assessment and Reporting Domain 5: Assessment and Reporting
KRA 5: Plus Factor N/A
Teachers who were categorized under the default Proficient career stage used these RPMS Objectives (or PPST Indicators):

RPMS PPST
Objective 1: Apply knowledge of content within and across Indicator 1.1.2: Apply knowledge of content within and across curriculum
curriculum teaching areas. teaching areas.
Objective 2: Use a range of teaching strategies that enhance learner Indicator 1.4.2: Use a range of teaching strategies that enhance learner
achievement in literacy and numeracy skills. achievement in literacy and numeracy skills.
Objective 3: Apply a range of teaching strategies to develop critical and Indicator 1.5.2: Apply a range of teaching strategies to develop critical and
creative thinking, as well as other higher-order thinking skills. creative thinking, as well as other higher-order thinking skills.
Objective 4: Manage classroom structure to engage learners, individually or in Indicator 2.3.2: Manage classroom structure to engage learners, individually or
groups, in meaningful exploration, discovery and hands-on activities within a in groups, in meaningful exploration, discovery and hands-on activities within a
range of physical learning environments. range of physical learning environments.
Objective 5: Manage learner behavior constructively by applying positive and Indicator 2.6.2: Manage learner behavior constructively by applying positive and
non-violent discipline to ensure learning-focused environments. non-violent discipline to ensure learning-focused environments.
Objective 6: Use differentiated, developmentally appropriate learning Indicator 3.1.2: Use differentiated, developmentally appropriate learning
experiences to address learners’ gender, needs, strengths, interests and experiences to address learners’ gender, needs, strengths, interests and
experiences. experiences.
Objective 7: Plan, manage and implement developmentally sequenced Indicator 4.1.2: Plan, manage and implement developmentally sequenced
teaching and learning processes to meet curriculum requirements and varied teaching and learning processes to meet curriculum requirements and varied
teaching contexts. teaching contexts.
Objective 8: Participate in collegial discussions that use teacher and learner Indicator 4.4.2: Participate in collegial discussions that use teacher and learner
feedback to enrich teaching practice. feedback to enrich teaching practice.
Objective 9: Select, develop, organize and use appropriate teaching and Indicator 4.5.2: Select, develop, organize and use appropriate teaching and
learning resources, including ICT, to address learning goals. learning resources, including ICT, to address learning goals.
Objective 10: Design, select, organize and use diagnostic, formative and Indicator 5.1.2: Design, select, organize and use diagnostic, formative and
summative assessment strategies consistent with curriculum requirements. summative assessment strategies consistent with curriculum requirements.
Objective 11: Monitor and evaluate learner progress and achievement using Indicator 5.2.2: Monitor and evaluate learner progress and achievement using
learner attainment data. learner attainment data.
Objective 12: Communicate promptly and clearly the learners’ needs, progress Indicator 5.4.2: Communicate promptly and clearly the learners’ needs, progress
and achievement to key stakeholders, including parents/guardians. and achievement to key stakeholders, including parents/guardians.

Comparison between RPMS (pre-PPST) and PPST-aligned RPMS
Elements RPMS 2015 PPST-aligned RPMS

Duties and Responsibilities Teachers may include non-teaching related Focus on the teaching-learning process – the
functions as objectives core job of teachers
Crafting of IPCRF Teachers craft their own objectives and IPCRF is prepared, standardized, and aligned with
performance indicators the PPST
Means of Verification Not standardized Standardized

Focused on quantity Focus on quality
Weight per Objective/Indicator Teacher may assign more weight to one indicator Each objective/indicator has the same weight as
over another the others
Associated Tools Teachers may use varied forms for classroom Use a common (Classroom Observation Tool)
observation COT that is aligned with the RPMS Tools
Optional Task Summary

Have you already encountered the indicators used in SYs 2018-2019 and 2019-2020? If so, • The Results-based Performance Management
briefly summarize your experiences during the RPMS-related activities? System (RPMS) was aligned with the Philippine
Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST)
anchored on the provisions of DepEd Order No. 42,
s. 2017, and due to the feedback of field personnel
during the National Validation Study of PPST to
integrate PPST with other existing HR systems.
• Key Result Areas and Objectives in RPMS are
based on Domains and Indicators in the PPST,
respectively.

Session 3 – The RPMS Cycle
Preliminary Activity
Teacher Mary Grace finished two (2) classroom observa-

tions before the scheduled Mid-year Review. Her Principal
asked her to update her Development Plan. What steps
should she take to do this? Briefly discuss in the box below.

Key Topic 1: The RPMS Cycle
Let’s revisit the Results-Based Performance Management (RPMS) Framework (Figure 15)
Figure 15: Results-Based Performance Management (RPMS) Framework

(Source: BHROD Slidedeck for PPST-RPMS Preliminary Orientation SY 2019-2020)

The RPMS Cycle, as discussed in Session 1 of this Module, is composed of four (4) phases, namely:
• Phase I: Performance Planning and Commitment
• Phase II: Performance Monitoring and Coaching
• Phase III: Performance Review and Evaluation
• Phase IV: Performance Rewarding and Development Planning
Table 1. The RPMS Cycle Phases

These phases happen in one school year for school-based personnel, including teachers like you. The cycle is designed to
gauge teacher performance against the PPST and help them in their professional development. Take note that all content of
the RPMS Cycle in Figure 1 adheres to the PPST-aligned RPMS.
Each phase of the cycle happens in a specific timeline within the rating period and requires the accomplishment of specific
activities using PPST-based tools, as shown in the matrix below:
Phase Timeline* Activity Forms Output

Performance Planning and Last week of May, a • Discussion/Issuance of • IPCRF • Signed IPCRF-
Commitment week before start of RPMS Tools • Self-Assessment Tool (SAT) Development Plans
classes • Self-Assessment based on SAT
• IPCRF-Development Plans
(DP) • Signed IPCRF
Performance Monitoring • Year-round • Monitoring and • RPMS Tools • Agreements based on
and Coaching • November Coaching • IPCRF PMCF
• Mid-year Review and • SAT • MRF
Assessment • Updated IPCRF-DP
• IPCRF-DP using
Performance Monitoring and • Portfolio
Coaching Form (PMCF)
• Mid-Year Review Form (MRF)
Performance Review and 1st week of April, a • Year-end Review and • RPMS Tools • Signed Portfolio and
Evaluation week after graduation Assessment • IPCRF IPCRF with Computed
• Evaluation of Portfolio Final Rating
• SAT
• Computation of Final • IPCRF-DP using PMCF
Rating
Performance Rewarding April • Ways Forward and • Final IPCRF-DP • Reward
and Development Planning Development Planning • Recognition
• IPCRF-DP
* The timeline may be adjusted for RPMS 2020-2021 because of the COVID-19 Situation

Following activities in Phase I from June to October, about 2
classroom observations are conducted before the Mid- point, raters need to provide suggestions,
Year Review in November. The exact timing is agreed by recommendations, and/or technical assistance to support
both the Rater and the Ratee. In this time, the teachers in achieving their targets. After Phase II,
preparation and organization of RPMS Portfolio must have classroom observations must resume to complete the four
also started. (4) observations expected for the year, and they shall also
continue gathering and organizing their documents for
In Phase II, coaching, feedback, and appropriate their Portfolio.
interventions shall be provided whenever necessary within the
year covered. All key inputs, feedback, and other evidence of In Phases III and IV, teachers and their raters will have to
performance for the entire year shall be recorded in the discuss and agree on the teacher’s final performance
Performance Monitoring and Coaching Form (PMCF). The rating based on actual accomplishments within the rating
Mid-Year Review, which happens in November, is period. The IPCRF-Development Plan will then be
prescribed to determine the progress of a teacher in finalized. This marks the end of the RPMS Cycle for the
achieving the RPMS Objectives. At this rating period and begins again in the next school year.
Key Topic 2: What other things do I need to know about the RPMS Cycle?
For teachers, below is the matrix of ratee-rater-approving authority intended for the RPMS:
Ratee Rater Approving Authority

(Teachers who submit portfolios as (School Heads, Assistant Principals, Head
evidence of their teaching performance) Teachers, and/or Master Teachers who rate
teacher portfolios to assess teacher
performance)
Superintendent
Head Teacher Small and Medium Divisions
Principal/School Head
Master Teacher Assistant Superintendent
Large and Very Large Divisions
Superintendent
Small and Medium Divisions
Principal/School Head
Teacher Assistant Superintendent
Large and Very Large Divisions
Master Teacher/Head Teacher/Assistant Principal Principal/School Head
ALS Implementers
Master Teacher/Head Teacher/Assistant Principal Principal/School Head
(School-based)
ALS Implementers
Education Program Specialist for ALS Chief of Curriculum Implementation Division (CID)
(Community Learning Centers-based)
Summary/Key Learning
• The RPMS Cycle is composed of four (4) phases.

• Each phase is undertaken in a specific
timeline within the rating period and requires
accomplishment of specific activities and PPST-
based tools.

Required Task 1: Scenario-based Activity
Study the following scenarios and decide which of the options may be applied to each statement.
A. The data presented is sufficient to infer the statement.
B. The data presented is not sufficient to infer the statement.
C. The statement is false based on the data presented and/or the guidelines.
Scenario: A Division issued a Memorandum with the attached Ratee-Rater-Approving Authority matrix that shall be used for
the IPCRF of SY 2019-2020.
Ratee Rater Approving Authority

Master Teacher/Head Teacher/ Assistant
(i) Principal/School Head
Teacher Principal
(ii) Principal/School Head Superintendent
(iii) Master Teacher

Principal/School Head Superintendent
(iv) Head Teacher
(v) Principal/School Head Assistant Superintendent Superintendent
School A, a secondary school in this Division has 200 Teacher I-III, 10 Master Teachers I-II, and 4 Head Teachers III and VI.
Statement Answer Feedback from your mentor

Statement 1: The data presented is
School A used all Cases (i), (ii), (iii), (iv), sufficient to infer the The data is sufficient however (ii) will not be implemented.
and (v) in RPMS 2019-2020. statement.

Statement 2: The data presented is not
The data is not sufficient to identify if the division is small or
The Division is a small division. sufficient to infer the
not.
statement.
Statement 3: The data presented is
In School A, the rater of sufficient to infer the It is indicated that Teacher I-III can be rate by Master Teacher,
Teachers I-III is the Master Teacher. statement. School Head or Principal.
Statement 4: The statement is false

In School A, a Teacher III based on the data
Only School Head or Principal can rate a Master Teacher.
can rate a Master Teacher. presented and/or the
guidelines.
Statement 5: The statement is false
In School A, the PSDS based on the data PSDS is not the one who rates, they are the approving
can rate a Master Teacher. presented and/or the authority.
guidelines.
Session 4 – The PPST-based RPMS Tools and Processes

Key Topic 1: The RPMS Tools
The RPMS tools are the major PPST-based tools that teachers need to be familiar with. There are two (2) RPMS Tools
intended for 2 career stages:
1. RPMS Tool for Teachers I-III (Proficient Teachers)
2. RPMS Tool for Master Teachers I-IV (Highly Proficient Teachers)
See Figure 17.
Parts of the RPMS Tools
As outlined in the second session of this Module, the RPMS is aligned with PPST as seen in the RPMS Tools. Figure 17A
shows the alignment of the RPMS with the PPST through the KRAs and Objectives, and Figure 17B highlights the Means of
Verification (MOV) and the Performance Indicators.
Key Topic 2: The RPMS Associated Tools
There are other tools that are used in the PPST-aligned RPMS
(Figure 18). These tools generate data pertaining to
teachers’ performance. The data are then utilized
purposefully and constructively to support the Learning and
Development and Professional Development of teachers.
Figure 18: Other tools used in the PPST-aligned RPMS There are other tools that are used in the PPST-aligned RPMS
(Figure 18). These tools generate data pertaining to teachers’ performance. The data are then
The Classroom Observation Tools

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Figure 19: Cover of the Classroom Observation Tool
The COT Rubric addresses the continuum of practice
stip- ulated in the PPST. There are nine (9) rubric levels for
each classroom-observable indicator. Levels 1-5 capture
the Beginning career stage, Levels 3-7 capture the
Proficient career stage, Levels 4-8 capture the Highly
Proficient career stage, and Levels 5-9 capture the
Distinguished career stage (Figure 20).
Figure 20: COT Rubric Levels mapped to PPST Career Stages (Source:
Figure 17A: The two RPMS Tools

Figure 17B: Alignment of the RPMS with the PPST through the KRAs and Objectives.

DepEd, 2017, 3)
The Classroom Observation Process
The Self-Assessment Tool

The Self-Assessment Tool (SAT) is an RPMS associated
tool that helps teachers reflect on the different performance
indicators related to their professional work. The

results of the self-assessment will guide teachers on
which indicators they must improve and the areas where
they need coaching and mentoring.
There are two (2) SAT-RPMS (see Figure 21):
1. SAT-RPMS for Teacher I-III (Proficient Teachers)
2. SAT-RPMS for Master Teacher I-IV (Highly Proficient
Teachers)
Figure 21: The two SAT-RPMS

There is an electronic version of the SAT for RPMS
called e-SAT or electronic Self-Assessment Tool (see
Figure 7). This system supports schools in analyzing
school-wide SAT data of teachers to help plan for teachers’
professional development.
DepEd needs the summary results of teachers’ e-SAT data
to gain an overall picture of the teachers’ strengths and needs. This summary helps in the

preparation of the school and division development
plans (see Figure 8) and other various development
interventions in preparation for the current school year.
Figure 23: Preparation of school and division development plans
The data collection system enables the collection and sub-

mission of RPMS data across governance levels and aims
The IPCR Data Collection and Consolidation Forms to establish baseline data on teachers’ proficiency level on
the PPST indicators. This system also ensures that the results of RPMS data are used properly and efficiently, as follows:

Figure 7: The electronic version of the SAT (e-SAT)

Figure 24: Use of results of RPMS data (RPMS IPCRF Data Collection and Consolidation System)
Key Topic 24: PPST-based RPMS Support Materials
Refer to your COT rating sheets, SAT assessment results, and IPCRF-Development Plan, if you have any. Reflect on your
teaching performance based on the results that these forms reflect. Briefly discuss what you have discovered.
Summary

• The RPMS tools are the major PPST-based tools
Figure 25: Support materials
There are a lot of support materials developed by RCTQ and BHROD to supplement all tools and
associated tools for the PPST-aligned RPMS. Some of these support materials can be seen in Figure
25. All these materials can be accessed at http://deped.in/RPMSPPSTSY20192020.

that teachers need to be familiar with. There • Associated tools are other tools that are used in the
are two (2) RPMS Tools intended for 2 career PPST-aligned RPMS. These tools are used to
stages: help generate data of teachers’ performance, which
o RPMS Tool for Teachers I-III (Proficient are utilized to support the Learning and
Teachers) Development and Professional Development of
teachers. These include COT, SAT, and the IPCR
o RPMS Tool for Master Teachers I-IV Data Collection Forms.
(Highly • Support materials are other materials used to
Proficient Teachers) promote further understanding of the PPST-aligned
RPMS.

Session 5 – Developing Lesson Plans as He also addresses the learning goals
Quality Evidence for RPMS using appropriate teaching and learning
resources, including ICT. My mentor's
Preliminary Activity
lesson plan is quite impressive. I believe
he is on the point of attaining the COT
Choose a lesson plan which you have previously crafted. Rating target. Content knowledge is
Enumerate all parts and describe what you have entered on demonstrated both within and across
each part. curriculum teaching areas. Different
parts of the lecture demonstrate
My mentor's lesson plan is quite contextualization, localization, and
impressive. I believe he is on the point of integration. He employs a variety of
attaining the COT Rating target. Content teaching tactics to help students build
knowledge is demonstrated both within higher-order thinking skills. He also
and across curriculum teaching areas. addresses the learning goals using
Different parts of the lecture demonstrate appropriate teaching and learning
contextualization, localization, and resources, including ICT.
integration. He employs a variety of
teaching tactics to help students build
higher-order thinking skills. teaching
tactics to help students build higher-order
thinking skills. He also addresses the
learning goals using appropriate teaching
and learning resources, including ICT.

Key Topic: When does a lesson plan become a
quality evidence for RPMS?
As seen in the RPMS Tools, one of the Means of
Verification (MOVs) to support the COT Rating Sheet or
Inter-Observer Agreement Form for Classroom-Observable
RPMS Objec- tives is a Lesson Plan (Figure 1). For
example, in School Years 2018-2019 and 2019-2020, a teachers using the Proficient Tool. For teachers using the
Lesson Plan may be provided for RPMS Objectives 1, 2, Highly Proficient Tool, a Lesson Plan may be provided for
3, 4, 6, 7, 9, and 10 for RPMS Objectives 1, 3, 4, and 7. For the next School Years,
there will be different sets of objectives and teachers will
just have to check which ones could be supported by a
lesson plan.
Figure 26: MOV for KRA 1

To support the COT rating sheet or inter-observer
agreement form as Main MOV, a lesson plan becomes a observable indicator (or RPMS objective) can be found in
valid and acceptable MOV if: the PPST Resource Package. The samples were developed
based on the guidelines on daily lesson preparation (DepEd
• it has been used during observation Order No. 42, s. 2016). A sample lesson plan for COT
• portion(s) of it highlight(s) the RPMS Objective Indicator 1 (or RPMS Objective 1) on Applying knowledge
(or COT Indicator) it was supplied for. of content within and across curriculum teaching areas
Sample lesson plans to illustrate each classroom- is shown below (Figure 2).
Figure 27: Sample lesson plan

(Source: PPST Resource Package
Module 1, 5; Medrano, 2018 Daily
Lesson Log (DLL) in Technology
and Livelihood Education (TLE)
– Mechanical Drafting Grade 8.
Governor Luis A. Ferrer Jr. East
National High School, Gen. Trias City,
Cavite.)

Optional Task: Activity
From the lesson plan/exemplar you provided in the Intro-
ductory Activity, which portions demonstrate/highlight COT
Indicator 1? Elaborate.

Summary/Key Learning
• Preparing for lessons through the Daily Lesson My mentor's lesson plan is quite
Log (DLL) or Detailed Lesson Plan (DLP) provides impressive. I believe he is on the point of
teachers with an opportunity for reflection on what
learners need to learn, how learners learn, and how
attaining the COT Rating target. Content
best to facilitate the learning process. knowledge is demonstrated both within
• A detailed Lesson Plan (DLP) is a teacher’s and across curriculum teaching areas.
“roadmap” for a lesson. It contains a detailed Different parts of the lecture demonstrate
description of the steps a teacher will take to contextualization, localization, and
teach a particular topic. A typical DLP contains integration. He employs a variety of
the following parts: Objectives, Content, Learning
Resources, Procedures, Remarks and Reflection. teaching tactics to help students build
• Lesson plans are recognized Means of Verification higher-order thinking skills. He also
for classroom-observable RPMS objectives in the addresses the learning goals using
RPMS. appropriate teaching and learning
Required Task 2: Activity resources, including ICT. My mentor's
lesson plan is quite impressive. I believe
Using either a lesson plan prepared by your mentor (recom-
mended) or the lesson plan/lesson exemplar you provided, he is on the point of attaining the COT
check which COT Indicators (or RPMS Objectives) are Rating target. Content knowledge is
present. Elaborate on your findings. If an indicator is not demonstrated both within and across
present, is it possible to have it present in the lesson plan? curriculum teaching areas. Different parts
How?
of the lecture demonstrate
contextualization, localization, and
integration. He employs a variety of
teaching tactics to help students build
higher-order thinking skills. He also
addresses the learning goals using
appropriate teaching and learning
resources, including ICT.

Congratulations!
You’ve come to the end of this course.
Please go to this link for the summative assessment:
Don’t forget to take a screenshot of your score.

It will be submitted to your mentor for verification and recording purposes.
Once you’re done, kindly input your score here: Input your score here.
Additional reminder:
Compile your portfolio output/s and make
sure that your mentor has checked your
coursebook.
Glossary
The following are operational definitions of some key terms that you have come across while completing this module.
Domain Broad conceptual sphere of teaching and learning practices defined by specific strands in the
set of professional standards for teachers
Indicators Concrete, observable and measurable teacher behaviors/practices covered in every strand in
the set of professional standards for teachers
Strand More specific dimensions of teacher practice under every domain in the set of professional
standards for teachers
High performers DepEd teaching personnel who are able to perform beyond expectations
High potentials DepEd teaching personnel who are high performers and have the aspiration to take future
leadership positions in DepEd
Key result areas General Outputs or outcomes. In the context of the RPMS Tools, the KRAs capture the
domains of the Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers
Means of Verification List of documents that can show teachers attainment of objectives
(MOV)
Performance Indicators In the RPMS Tools, the performance indicators provide descriptions of quality and quantity
The Classroom is an assessment tool that is used to measure classroom performance of teachers against a
Observation Tool set of PPST classroom observable indicators
(COT)
The Self-Assessment is an RPMS associated tool that helps teachers reflect on the different performance indicators
Tool (SAT) related to their professional work. The results of the self-assessment will guide teachers
on which indicators they must improve and the areas where they need coaching and
mentoring.

The RPMS Cycle is composed of four (4) phases, namely: Phase I: Performance Planning and Commitment;
Phase II: Performance Monitoring and Coaching; Phase III: Performance Review and
Evaluation; Phase IV: Performance Rewarding and Development Planning
Professional is used to improve or correct performance of employees with Unsatisfactory and Poor
Development Plan performance ratings.
Individual Performance is an individual’s target based on the Office performance targets and measures in the OPCRF.
Commitment and Review
Form (IPCRF)
Office Performance summarizes the targets, performance measures, budget and responsibility centers of the
Commitment and Review Office.
Form (OPCRF)

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At the end of this course, you will be able to:

Portfolio Output: Lesson Plan

Estimated Time Required: 2 hours

4 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

The PPST acknowledges that teachers in the field have

Career stages generally refer to levels of development

Given the notion of a development continuum, upon

Professional Practices Proficient Teacher Highly Proficient Teacher Distinguished Teacher

Teaching Characteristics Highly Proficient Teachers Distinguished Teachers embody

I believe I am currently at the Teachers' qualities are

8 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

In ten years, I want to be a

Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 9

Yes, because some teachers

10 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

Scenario Answer Feedback

2. Teacher Rolly is a role model in his school. He is a consistent

3. Teacher Elinor serves as mentor to her co-teacher during LAC

Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 11

12 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

In this activity, you will need a copy of the PPST booklet.

14 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

Figure 1. The PPST Domains, Strands, and Indicators

Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 15

16 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

1. The PPST defines teacher quality in the Philippines.

Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 17

Let’s check your understanding of the PPST domains. Use

the appropriate Domain.

Scenario Answer Feedback

a. Domain 1 - Content Knowledge and Pedagogy

b. Domain 2 - Learning Environment DOMAIN 2-STRAND 6

18 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

b. Domain 2 - Learning Environment Domain 4 -

f. Domain 6 - Community Linkages and Professional Engagement

g. Domain 7 - Personal Growth and Professional Development

3. Teacher Rolly, a Grade 7 English Teacher, discussed the rules on Subject-

c. Domain 3 - Diversity of Learners

d. Domain 4 - Curriculum and Planning

e. Domain 5 - Assessment and Reporting

f. Domain 6 - Community Linkages and Professional Engagement

g. Domain 7 - Personal Growth and Professional Development

Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 19

Figure 2: First 3 Strands within Domain 1

1. Professional links with colleagues

Go through the PPST booklet and read through the

Domains Challenging Strands Why is it challenging? Input from the Mentor

If there are specific indicators which you wish to know more

Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 23

Figure 3: Indicators articulating developmental practice within Strand 1.1

24 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 25

26 The Teacher Induction Program - Core Course 3

Key Topic 1: The DepEd Human Resource (HR)

Figure 4: DepEd’s HR Systems (BHROD, 2017)

Guide for Mentors and Newly Hired Teachers 27

Figure 1 depicts the four (4) HR systems in DepEd that