Great news for teachers! The ACT Teachers Party-list, ACT-Philippines, ACT-NCR Union, and QCPSTA successfully pushed for changes in the Department of Education (DepEd) regarding heavy workloads for teachers.
Big Wins for Teachers
Here are some of the important victories that will help reduce teachers’ workload:
✅ No More Portfolio Submission for RPMS/IPCRF – Teachers no longer need to submit a portfolio for their Results-Based Performance Management System (RPMS).
✅ No More Mandatory Class Observations – Teachers are not required to undergo class observations as part of their evaluation.
✅ Overtime Pay for Extra Teaching Hours – If teachers work beyond 6 hours of teaching, they will receive overtime pay.
✅ Service Credits for Saturday Classes – Teachers handling Saturday classes will earn service credits.
✅ Extra Pay for Make-Up Classes on Weekdays – If teachers conduct make-up classes during weekdays, they will receive overload pay.
A Victory for All Teachers
This success is possible because teachers united and took action to fight for their rights. Their efforts have led to real improvements in their working conditions.
But this is just the beginning! More good news for teachers is on the way. Stay tuned for more updates!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the removal of the RPMS portfolio requirement start?
DepEd has not yet announced an official date, but teachers can expect changes soon.
Will all teachers benefit from these changes?
Yes! These improvements apply to all teachers under DepEd.
How will teachers receive their overtime pay?
DepEd will issue guidelines on how overtime pay and other benefits will be given.
What should teachers do to stay updated on new policies?
Teachers should follow announcements from DepEd and organizations like ACT Teachers Party-list for updates.
