Governance enabling a motivated teacher
Governance enabling a motivated teacher
Inspiring teachers to inspire learners
Winsome Gordon Ph.D; O.D. J.P.Chief Executive Officer, Jamaica Teaching Council, JamaicaDecember 2016
To what extent are education systems different?
Education has remained a socializing institution down the ages and across the world
Governance for Success
Motivated, Effective Teacher
InnovatesKeeps learningTries new technologiesCollaboratesLeads learner-centred classroomHas high levels of job satisfactionIs fair and approachable
How Does Jamaica Measure Up?Assuring that teachers are masters of their craft nurturing greatness
Entry level to the profession evolved to a first degreeOne year mentorship can be extended to two yearsStrategic needs assessment informed by student performanceInstituted Professional Development (P.D.)- 3 professional days per year63 Quality Education Circles(QECs) as communities of learningExpanding availability for on-line programmesPartnerships with providers for P.D. programmes
Teaching as a true profession teachers give leadershipNational Symposium on the Teaching professionStandards and appraisalCode of ethicsExcellence in the teaching professionCareer path for teachersAutonomous teachersEnsuring quality at beginning level - mentorship
Innovations by motivated and effective teachers
Simulates, recognizes and rewards excellence
Effective Guidance and Supervision- Collective AccountabilityTimely feedback in all contexts
Opportunities and Terms of Engagement (1)B. T.TeacherH.O.D.Gr. Co.Sr. T.Master T.Vice.PPrincipalIn school
Lecturer
Sr. Lect.H.O.DPrincipal
Jamaica Teaching Council
Out of schoolTeacher Training; Ministry of Education; Jamaica Teaching CouncilE.OS.E.OR. Dir.C.E.OCh. Ex. O.
National Education InspectorateCH.INSP.
Remuneration (2)
In government:Remuneration is based on qualification, on the job requirements and experienceTeachers get a refund of 50% of the cost for completing a degreeTeachers children who qualify for tertiary institutions get financial support
Jamaica Teaching Council Legislation -Public dialogue
Vision: Excellence, love, service and integrity Mission: To enable the teaching profession to continuously strive for excellence in raising aspirations and achievements that lead to beneficial educational outcomes for all learners)Mandate:Regulate the teaching professionProvide and oversee professional development proactive and predictive (e.g boys education; use of technology)Advocate for the profession and recognize and awards excellenceMaintain a Teacher Management Information System(TMIS)
What the Future Holds Opportunities and challengesChallenges going forwardImproved two-way communication channels with the teaching profession efficient ICT and TMISPromote ongoing research and academic scholarship among teachersContinued professionalization - Enabling and supporting autonomy for the teaching professionApproval of JTC legislationSupporting teachers to position themselves as part of socio-economic advancement
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