My reclassification journey was one of the most challenging yet faith-affirming experiences of my teaching career. From start to finish, I could truly say that it was not my own strength that carried me through—it was God’s.
Open Ranking
I remember feeling so anxious during the open ranking. Most of my certificates were about mental health, guidance and counseling, and youth leadership. I was worried because they were not directly related to classroom teaching, and I feared they might not be credited. Still, I stood my ground and tried to explain how those trainings shaped me as a teacher—how they helped me connect better with students and support their well-being.
Unfortunately, my first assessor didn’t accept my explanation. I felt defeated and almost lost hope. But then, God intervened. The session with that assessor was unexpectedly cut short, and I was reassigned to another one. This new assessor, together with another reviewer, carefully went through my certificates and decided that my trainings were indeed valuable and relevant. What I expected to earn only 4 points became a perfect 10 points. That moment reminded me that when things don’t go as planned, it’s because God has a better plan waiting.
Teaching Demonstration
My next challenge came during my teaching demonstration. I was down with a high fever caused by tonsillitis, and speaking was painful. To make things worse, I realized I had forgotten to bring the materials I prepared for the student activity. I felt weak, unprepared, and nervous.
But again, God strengthened me. Despite the pain in my throat, I managed to teach with enthusiasm. I felt His presence giving me energy and clarity. Halfway through my lesson, my observer stopped me and said, “You don’t need to continue—I’m already impressed.” He gave me a perfect score. I was speechless, not because of pride, but because I knew it was God who made it possible.
Portfolio Annotations and Behavioral Interview
When it was time for the portfolio annotation and behavioral interview, I noticed many around me were cramming and seemed very tense. But I felt calm. It was as if God was whispering, “You’ve done your part; trust Me with the rest.” I finished my annotations early and confidently.
During my interview, I was blessed with a kind and friendly interviewer. She listened attentively, smiled often, and later told me she was impressed with how I expressed my thoughts. I received another perfect score.
Looking back, I realize that every step of this journey was guided by God’s hand. When I was weak, He gave me strength. When I was uncertain, He provided clarity. And when I felt discouraged, He reminded me that His timing is always perfect.
My reclassification journey was more than just a professional milestone—it was a testimony of faith. God didn’t just help me pass; He showed me that with Him, even the impossible becomes possible.
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