JET Program Application and Experience

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JET PROGRAM

Introduce Yourself

Good afternoon! I am Alenna Castillo Pastrana, a twenty-eight-year-old teacher from Pandacan, Manila. I am a graduate of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila with a degree of Bachelor's in Secondary Education Major in English. I am currently finishing my graduate diploma for language and literacy education from the University of the Philippines Open University.

For the past seven years, I have been teaching English to students of various grade levels from grade school to high school. I also have experience teaching ESL students from Japan a few years ago. Right now, I am a teacher for seventh and eighth-grade students at Ignacio Villamor, a public school in Sta Ana, Manila.

When I am not grading papers, I spend my time reading books and creating digital art. I am an artist, and I have participated in various freelance work over the past decade, both local and international.

As an educator, my passion lies in inspiring others through meaningful classroom discussions. I am prepared to bring my dedication, creativity, and strong work ethic to make a lasting impact as an ALT and a goodwill ambassador between Japan and the Philippines.

Why the JET Programme?

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I want to be part of the JET programme because I have experienced an actual cultural exchange when I was a student. Back when I was still studying in Manila Science High School, my high school class was chosen to have nihongo classes at my school for the very first time. Later on, I found out that this was part of the Department of Education's initiative in developing its Special Program in Foreign Languages. This experience brought such a lasting impact on me that I also want to share my own culture to others as a form of giving back. I believe that joining the JET Programme will help me realize this aspiration.

What I felt as an ALTernate

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What did you do to strengthen your application?

What are the challenges I could face living alone?

How can I promote Philippines culture?

WHAT WILL YOU DO AFTER THE JET PROGRAMME?

How can you be a goodwill ambassador of the Philippines to Japan?

Do you have any experience teaching international students?

How did you adjust your teaching style to students who are not natives to the English language?

JP INTRODUCTION:

Overview

This document presents Alenna Castillo Pastrana's application narrative for the JET Programme, highlighting her teaching experience, cultural exchanges, and her motivation to serve as a goodwill ambassador between Japan and the Philippines. It outlines her educational background, challenges she anticipates, and her commitment to promoting Filipino culture.

Key Points

1Alenna is an experienced English teacher with a strong educational background
2She emphasizes the importance of cultural exchange and understanding
3Alenna has faced challenges during her application process but remains motivated
4She plans to share Filipino culture and education practices in Japan
5Alenna aspires to strengthen ties between the Philippines and Japan through her role as an ALT.

Details

Authors: Alenna Castillo Pastrana
Category: Education

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