Da Formação à Autonomia: Construção da Identidade Profissional de um Professor de Educação Física

Abstract

This report was developed within the scope of the Teaching Practicum course, integrated into the second year of the Master's Degree in Physical Education Teaching in Basic and Secondary Education at the Faculty of Sport of the University of Porto. The document presents a reflection on the experiences, learning outcomes, and challenges encountered during the professional practice carried out at Escola Secundária das Laranjeiras during the 2025/2026 academic year, contributing to the development of my professional identity as a future Physical Education teacher. During the practicum, I was responsible for teaching 7th- and 11th-grade classes, while also accompanying a 9th-grade pilot class. In addition to teaching responsibilities, I participated in Class Management and School Sports activities, experiencing different dimensions of the teaching profession and deepening my understanding of the school context. The report is structured into several chapters, including the contextualization of professional practice, the characterization of the host institution, and a reflective analysis of the intervention developed in the areas of Teaching and Learning Organization and Management, School Participation and Community Relations, and Professional Development. Among the most significant experiences were the involvement in School Sports activities and School Sports Games, which provided opportunities for development in leadership, organization, responsibility, and decision-making skills. The report also includes a research study entitled "Disruptive Behaviours in Physical Education Classes: Perceptions of Basic and Secondary School Students", aiming to contribute to a better understanding of this issue within the educational context. Throughout the practicum, essential competencies for the teaching profession were developed, particularly communication, leadership, and professional autonomy. In conclusion, this experience represented a decisive stage in my professional training, enabling the consolidation of knowledge, the development of professional skills, and a deeper understanding of the demands and responsibilities associated with the teaching profession.