ISSN: 2782-893X
eISSN: 2799-0664
ISSN: 2782- 893X
—— This study examined the instructional proficiency of primary-grade teachers in public elementary schools in the Municipality of San Jacinto, Pangasinan, during the school year 2025– 2026. A quantitative descriptive-correlational research design was employed to analyze data gathered from 77 primary grade teachers and 16 school heads. Statistical tools such as frequency count, percentage, weighted mean, t-test, and chi-square test of independence were utilized. Findings revealed that most teachers held only bachelor’s degrees, had more than ten years of teaching experience, and attended limited professional training. Teachers rated their instructional proficiency as high, while school heads rated it as moderate. Significant differences were found between these perceptions. Additionally, instructional proficiency was significantly related to educational attainment, teaching experience, and training exposure. The study concludes that professional development programs are necessary to bridge perception gaps and enhance instructional quality.