Maricon Cruz
(she/her)
Senior High School Teacher & ICT Coordinator
I am a Senior High School teacher at Quezon City Science High School, where I teach Computer Science and Robotics. I also serve as the school’s ICT Coordinator, helping integrate technology into our curriculum despite limited resources. Growing up in Tondo, Manila, I learned that a good teacher doesn’t need a smartboard—just creativity, patience, and genuine care for her students. I now train public school teachers across Metro Manila on basic programming and classroom technology management.
Experience
Senior High School Teacher & ICT Coordinator
Quezon City Science High School
Responsibilities include:
- Teaching Grade 11-12 Computer Science (Python, HTML/CSS, basic Java)
- Teaching Robotics using Arduino and recycled materials
- Managing the school’s 4 computer laboratories (150 units, mostly refurbished)
- Training 40+ faculty members on Google Classroom and basic troubleshooting
- Organizing the annual Division Schools Press Conference - Tech Writing category
- Coaching students for DepEd Tech-Voc competitions and Division Science Fair
Junior High School Computer Teacher
Batasan Hills National High School
Responsibilities include:
- Taught Grade 7-10 Computer Science and TLE-ICT (Computer Systems Servicing)
- Handled 6 sections per day, 45-50 students per class
- Developed offline learning modules during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Assisted in the school’s Brigada Eskwela technical repairs
- Adviser of the school’s Computer Club and Robotics team (placed 3rd in QC Division Robotics tilt 2019)
Student Teacher (Practice Teaching)
UP Integrated School
Responsibilities include:
- Assisted lead teacher in Grade 9 Math and Computer classes
- Created 20 lesson plans and learning materials
- Conducted action research on “Using local games to teach mathematical concepts”
Education
MA in Educational Technology
Philippine Normal University
Thesis on Teaching coding in low-internet public school environments. Supervised by Dr. Leticia A. Magturo. Research focused on offline coding tools and printed activity sheets for computer science education in rural菲律宾 schools.
Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Mathematics
University of the Philippines Diliman - College of Education
Cum Laude. GPA: 1.5/1.0 (UP grading scale)
Courses included:
- Principles of Teaching
- Educational Technology 1 & 2
- Curriculum Development
- Assessment of Student Learning
- Basic Programming for Educators
- Campus Journalism
Science, Technology, and Engineering (STE) Program - High School
Philippine Science High School - Main Campus
Graduated with honors. Specialized in advanced math and science. First in my family to attend Pisay.
Skills & Hobbies
Teaching Skills
Lesson Planning & Curriculum Design
Classroom Management
Differentiated Instruction
Educational Technology Integration
Technical Skills
Python (beginner)
HTML/CSS
Arduino Programming
Computer Hardware Repair
Google Workspace for Education
Hobbies & Personal
Reading Filipino speculative fiction
Badminton (Sunday league player)
Bullet journaling for lesson plans
Volunteer tutor at a local community center
Awards
Most Outstanding Teacher - Division of Quezon City
Department of Education - Quezon City Division ∙
March 2024
Recognized for innovative use of low-cost technology in teaching computer science. Honored during the annual QC Division Teachers’ Day celebration.
Division Schools Press Conference - Best School Paper Adviser
Department of Education - Quezon City Division ∙
November 2023
Advised “The Quantum Post” (school paper) to 2nd place in Best Newsletter category. Received Best Adviser award for the Science & Technology section.
DepEd Cotabato City - Division Training on ICT Integration
Department of Education - Cotabato City Division ∙
January 2023
Served as resource speaker for “Teaching Computer Science with Limited Internet: Strategies for Public School Teachers.” Trained 60 teachers from 15 schools.
Google Certified Educator Level 1
Google for Education ∙
August 2022
Certified in Google Workspace for Education tools including Google Classroom, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms. Completed 12 hours of training.
Basic Arduino Robotics for Teachers
STI College - Academic Training Program ∙
May 2019
Completed 5-day workshop on teaching robotics using Arduino Uno and basic sensors. Sponsored by the Division of Quezon City.
Certificate in Professional Teaching
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ∙
September 2015
Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) - Secondary Level. Passed with 86% rating. PRC License No. 1234567.
Languages
100%
Filipino (Tagalog)
100%
English
20%
Basic Mandarin