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In a significant move that underscores the commitment to the welfare of teachers, the Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines has issued a new order, DepEd Order No. 005, s. 2024 . This order, titled “Rationalization of Teachers’ Workload in Public Schools and Payment of Teaching Overload,” marks a new era in the recognition of the hard work and dedication of teachers. A Closer Look at the Order DepEd Order No. 005, s. 2024 , issued on April 29, 2024, addresses two critical aspects of teachers’ workload: rationalization and compensation for overload. The order acknowledges that teachers often work beyond regular hours, whether within or outside school premises, to fulfill their responsibilities. Recognizing this, the order provides for the payment of teaching overload. What Does This Mean for Teachers? The implementation of this order means that teachers who perform teaching-related assignments, duties, and responsibilities beyond regular work hours are now eligibl...

In the realm of education, teachers play a pivotal role. Their responsibilities extend beyond imparting knowledge; they are also tasked with a variety of assignments that contribute to the overall development of the students and the school. This blog post aims to shed light on these teaching-related assignments and how they are managed. The Core Mandate of Teachers The primary focus of teachers is to ensure the holistic development of their students. To keep this focus intact, teachers are assigned specific teaching-related tasks in addition to their ancillary tasks. These assignments are designated to teachers only if developmental programs are included in the School Improvement Plan (SIP). School Coordinator Teachers may be assigned as School Coordinators for various areas such as: Reading/Literacy and Numeracy : Fostering a strong foundation in reading, writing, and arithmetic. Research : Encouraging a culture of inquiry and investigation. Special Needs Education (SNED) : Catering t...

Introduction Labor Day , celebrated annually on May 1 , is a significant event in many countries worldwide, including the Philippines . Known as ‘Araw ng mga Manggagawa’ in Filipino , it is a day dedicated to honoring the hard work and contributions of workers across the country. Historical Background The first celebration of Labor Day in the Philippines took place on May 1, 1903 . Over 100,000 employees, organized by the country’s first labor organization, Union Obrera Democratica de Filipina (U.O.D.F.) , marched from Tondo’s Plaza Moriones to Malacanang . These workers protested against the then-American-led government, demanding fair wages and better working conditions. This event is considered one of the first protests in the streets of Manila. Five years later, on April 8, 1908 , the Philippine Assembly passed a bill recognizing May 1 as Labor Day . It was declared a national holiday. The first official Labor Day celebration was held on May 1, 1913,...

The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Tuesday that it is advocating for an earlier conclusion to the school year 2024-2025 , attributing the decision to the intense heat affecting learners. Assistant Secretary Francis Bringas , the spokesperson for DepEd , stated that the department has forwarded a letter to the Office of the President outlining their proposal. This move is in response to the growing demand for a quicker return to the April-May school break . “Despite the gradual return to the old school calendar starting SY 2024-2025, the Department has already submitted a letter to the Office of the President presenting other options, including more aggressive alternatives of ending the school year 2024-2025 in March,” Bringas explained during a Senate panel briefing. According to the DepEd’s order issued in February, the proposed duration of the school year 2024-2025 will run from July 29 to March 24. This adjustment aims to revert the school calendar to the previous ...

The Department of Education (DepEd) in its Order No. 005, Series 2024 , provides a comprehensive guideline on Teacher Ancillary Tasks. These tasks are crucial in supporting the teaching and learning process. Let’s explore the key points of this order. What are Teacher Ancillary Tasks? Teacher Ancillary Tasks are performed in the remaining  two hours  of the regular work to further support the teaching and learning process. These tasks are categorized into four main areas: Curriculum Planning : This includes the preparation of lesson plans/daily lesson logs, action research, and attendance to Learning Action Cell (LAC) sessions. Curriculum Delivery and Pedagogy : This involves the preparation of instructional aids and materials, checking and recording learners’ attendance and participation, and classroom management. Assessment of Learner’s Progress : This includes checking of exercises and summative tests, recording of academic performance results, and grading learners’ pe...

In the realm of education, the term “teaching overload” often surfaces. It refers to the additional hours that teachers spend in the classroom beyond their prescribed teaching hours. The Department of Education (DepEd) in its Order No. 005, Series 2024 , provides a comprehensive guideline on this matter. Let’s delve into the key points of this order. Defining Teaching Overload According to the order, any hours spent in actual classroom teaching beyond the standard six hours per day are considered as  teaching overload . The accumulated minutes of overload are converted into hours on a weekly basis for the computation of the appropriate overload pay. Welfare of Teaching Personnel The order emphasizes the welfare of teaching personnel. It sets a maximum limit of  two hours  of teaching overload per day, as stipulated under Section 13 of RA No. 4670 and Chapter 6 of the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Manual on Position Classification and Compensation . Eligibilit...

Teaching is a noble profession that shapes the character, caliber, and future of individuals. However, it can also be a demanding job . To ensure that teachers can perform their duties effectively without being overwhelmed, certain guidelines and procedures have been put in place. This blog post will delve into these guidelines, focusing on streamlining the teaching workload . The Basics of Teaching Workload A public school teacher is required to render eight hours of work per day . This time is divided into six hours of actual classroom teaching and two hours allocated for ancillary tasks. These ancillary tasks can be performed either within or outside the school premises. Importantly, teachers are not required to submit any documentary evidence or accomplishment reports on how these two hours are spent outside school premises. In a week, a teacher must be able to render thirty hours of actual classroom teaching and ten hours of ancillary tasks . Understanding Teaching Load In co...

The Department of Education (DepEd) has recently issued a new policy guideline that is set to revolutionize the teaching profession in public schools. This policy, known as the  Rationalization of Teachers’ Workload in Public Schools and Payment of Teaching Overload , is a significant step towards creating a more conducive environment for effective teaching and learning. A Balanced Workload Under this new policy, teachers are required to render  eight hours of service per day , with  six hours devoted to actual classroom teaching . The remaining two hours are allotted for work incidental to normal teaching duties, which can be spent within or outside the school premises. Compensation for Additional Duties In addition to their regular teaching duties, teachers often take on additional roles such as school coordinators. Under the new policy, these additional teaching-related duties will be duly compensated in accordance with Section 14 of RA 4670. Overload Pay In cases whe...

April 29, 2024 - The  Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost)  has issued notices to protect its workers, especially the letter carriers on the field, from the danger and risk of possible heat exhaustion. This move comes as the  Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)  announced that over 40 areas across the country experienced a dangerous heat index of 42°C to 48°C on Saturday. In a news release on Saturday, PHLPost stated, “To avoid possible heat exhaustion or other related complications this weather may cause, all postal areas across the country were directed to allow flexi-time in the mail schedule of letter carriers.” Under the new schedule, letter carriers may start the delivery as early as 6 a.m. or 7 a.m. and wrap up delivery before noon. To uphold the eight-hour per day schedule, the remaining manhours shall be used in performing other activities like scanning or updating delivery information in the systems, walk...

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that probationary employees who are illegally dismissed are entitled to backwages from the time their compensation was withheld up to their actual reinstatement. This ruling was made on April 16, 2024 , in a case involving Geraldine M. Barbosa , a former probationary employee at C.P. Reyes Hospital . Barbosa had signed a six-month probationary employment contract with the hospital in September 2013. However, she was dismissed before the end of her probation period, prompting her to file a complaint for illegal dismissal. The Labor Arbiter initially ruled in favor of Barbosa, stating that she had met the hospital’s standards based on her performance evaluations. Although the National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC) reversed this decision, the Court of Appeals reinstated the original ruling. The Supreme Court upheld the Court of Appeals’ decision, stating that Barbosa was indeed illegally dismissed and is therefore entitled ...