This document discusses the role of the teacher and their philosophy of education. It presents perspectives from an interview with a teacher, Mrs. Waperi, who takes both a progressivist approach that allows students to express themselves as well as an essentialist approach that emphasizes subject matter. The interviewee agrees more with progressivism, believing teachers should help students adapt to changes. They want to make a difference by preparing students for dealing with life today through applied learning methods. The document emphasizes that a teacher's words and actions speak greatly and influence the classroom environment.