Teaching as a Career: From the Point of View of Millennial Teachers

Abstract

 This study determined the lived experiences of millennial teachers in the District of Aliaga, Aliaga, Nueva Ecija, during the School Year 2022- 2023. This study formulated guide questions and consulted the thesis advisory committee. Evidence was gathered from 10 millennial teachers born from 1981 to 1998 in Aliaga District, Division of Nueva Ecija. Five participants were already married, one male and four female. Five of the participants are single. There are six Teacher I, three Teacher III, and one Master Teacher I, and three of them have already finished their master's degree, while others have units in their graduate studies. The participants' reasons for choosing teaching as their career were the influence of parents, their love for children, and the inspiration of my past Teacher. Two themes emerged when the participants were asked about their daily routines: lesson planning and getting things ready for the whole day's class. As to the rewards, they all agreed that students learning is the reward they get as teachers. In terms of challenges, they encountered students' behavior, reading, and numeracy. The assistance or support they receive from their school heads is professional development, psychological support, and a positive environment. Cooperation and knowledge sharing emerged as themes regarding their impact on their respective schools.