Beginning Teachers face so many challenges and concerns when immersed in the actual practice. These early struggles faced by teachers must be addressed in
order to arrest the high attrition rate of teachers going to other fields of discipline. Being aware of their concerns and challenges will ensure quality teachers who are willing to thrive in the profession no matter what it costs. According to the Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST), Career Stage 1 or Beginning Teachers have gained the qualifications recognized for entry into the teaching profession. They have a strong understanding of the subjects/areas in which they are trained in terms of content knowledge and pedagogy. They possess the requisite knowledge, skills and values that support the teaching and learning process. They manage learning programs and have strategies that promote learning based on the learning needs of their students. They seek advice from experienced colleagues to consolidate their teaching practice.
With these descriptors and characteristics of Beginning Teachers, it is best that the caring and nurturing presence of the schools where they will be employed be aware of the challenges and concerns they encounter so proper and adequate measures will be employed to make their teaching most fulfilling, meaningful and rewarding.