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What is the declared policy of RA 4670?
Is a teacher in a state college considered a public-school teacher under the Magna Carta?
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What are the minimum educational qualifications for teachers in secondary schools?
Bachelor’s degree in Education or its equivalent with a major and a minor; or a Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Science with at least eighteen professional units in Education.
Stability in employment and security of tenure shall be assured for teachers as provided under _______ laws.
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Under what circumstances are teachers entitled to special hardship allowances?
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Teachers' salaries must be paid only in cash.
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What type of deductions are authorized from teachers' salaries?
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Before taking up teaching, teachers are provided compulsory __________ examination.
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Match the following benefits provided to public school teachers:
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Study Notes
Declaration of Policy
- The Magna Carta for Public School Teachers aims to promote and improve the social and economic status of public school teachers.
- The Act seeks to attract and retain qualified teachers, recognizing that education is essential for the country's economic growth.
Coverage
- The Act applies to all public school teachers except those in the professorial staff of state colleges and universities.
- The term "teacher" includes:
- Classroom teachers
- Guidance counselors
- School librarians
- Industrial arts or vocational instructors
- Supervisory and administrative personnel in schools, colleges, and universities
Recruitment and Career
- The Department of Education shall define the recruitment policy and minimum educational qualifications for teacher-applicants.
- Minimum qualifications for teachers:
- Kindergarten and elementary grades: Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education (B.S.E.Ed.)
- Secondary schools: Bachelor's degree in Education or its equivalent with a major and a minor
- Secondary vocational and technical courses: Bachelor's degree in the field of specialization with at least 18 professional units in education
- Collegiate level: Master's degree with a specific area of specialization
- Probationary period:
- No probationary period for teachers with civil service eligibility
- Provisional appointment for teachers without civil service eligibility, with a minimum of 1 year of probation
Tenure of Office
- Stability and security of tenure are assured for teachers.
- Teachers appointed on a provisional status can be extended permanent appointment after 10 years of continuous service.
Consent for Transfer and Transportation Expenses
- No teacher shall be transferred without their consent, except for cause.
- Transfer expenses shall be paid by the government if the transfer is approved.
Code of Professional Conduct and Safeguards in Disciplinary Procedure
- The Secretary of Education shall formulate a Code of Professional Conduct for Public School Teachers.
- Teachers shall have the right to:
- Be informed of charges in writing
- Access evidence
- Defend themselves with a representative
- Appeal to designated authorities
Administrative Charges and No Discrimination
- Administrative charges against teachers shall be heard by a committee.
- No discrimination shall be tolerated in the teaching profession, based on professional considerations.
Academic Freedom and Married Teachers
- Teachers shall enjoy academic freedom in their professional duties.
- The authorities shall enable married couples, both of whom are public school teachers, to be employed in the same locality.
Hours of Work and Remuneration
- Teachers shall not be required to render more than 6 hours of actual classroom teaching per day.
- Additional compensation shall be paid for:
- Co-curricular and out-of-school activities
- More than 6 hours of actual classroom teaching per day
Criteria for Salaries and Salary Scale
- Salaries shall correspond to the following criteria:
- Comparable to other occupations requiring similar qualifications
- Ensuring a reasonable standard of living for teachers and their families
- Recognizing higher qualifications and greater responsibility
- The salary scale shall provide for gradual progression from a minimum to a maximum salary over a period of 10 years.
Equality in Salary Scales and Cost of Living Allowance
- Salary scales shall not be less than those provided for teachers of the National Government.
- Teachers shall receive a cost-of-living allowance to keep pace with the rise in the cost of living.
Special Hardship Allowances and Salaries to be Paid in Legal Tender
- Special hardship allowances shall be paid to teachers in areas with difficulty in commuting or other hazards.
- Salaries shall be paid in legal tender of the Philippines or its equivalent in checks or treasury warrants.
Deductions Prohibited and Medical Examination and Treatment
- No deductions shall be made from teachers' salaries except under specific authority of law.
- Compulsory medical examination and treatment shall be provided free of charge for all teachers.
Compensation for Injuries and Study Leave
- Teachers shall be protected against employment injuries and occupational diseases.
- Study leave shall be granted to teachers for a maximum of 1 school year after 7 years of service, with a minimum of 60% of their monthly salary.
Leave and Retirement Benefits
- Teachers shall be entitled to indefinite sick leave of absence.
- Public school teachers shall receive a salary increase upon retirement, with a lump sum of retirement pay and monthly benefits.
Teacher's Organization and Freedom to Organize
- Teachers shall have the right to freely organize and join organizations.
- No person shall commit any acts of discrimination against teachers, including making employment subject to membership in an organization.
Administration and Enforcement
- The Secretary of Education shall formulate and prepare the necessary rules and regulations to implement the provisions of the Act.
- The Act shall take effect upon its approval.
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This quiz covers the Philippine law RA 4670, also known as the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers, which aims to improve the social and economic status of public school teachers.
