Magna Carta and Code of Ethics Mam MalouApr22

The Magna Carta and
Code of Ethics for Teachers

Republic Act No. 4670
THE MAGNA CARTA FOR
PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 2
Session Objectives
After the session, participants will be able to:
• explain the salient features of the Magna Carta
for Public School Teachers
• build professional confidence among teachers
by ensuring that their holistic growth and
welfare are given due attention
• harmonize teachers’ rights with the code of
ethics of the profession
Who are teachers?
Definition of a Teacher
“all persons engaged in classroom teaching in
any level of instruction, on full time basis,
including guidance counselors, school librarians,
industrial arts or vocational instructors, and all
other persons performing supervisory and/or
administrative functions in all schools, colleges,
and universities operated by the government or
its political subdivisions; but shall not include
school nurses, school physicians, school dentists
and other school employees.”
“The world’s best teachers
are the elementary
teachers.”
-Mulong, Mag-aaral
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
“Kapag ang isang mag-aaral
ay hindi natutong bumasa,
kasalanan ng kaniyang guro
sa elementarya.”
-Romulo N. Peralta, Edukador
TEACH
CHEAT
TEACHER
CHEATER
You can never tell what type
of impact you may have on
another’s life by your
actions…
or lack of action.
As teachers…
Miserable Joyous
or
Instrument of
Tool for torture
or Inspiration
Humiliate Humor
Hurt or Heal
or
Escalate De-escalate
or
De-humanize Humanize
or
Make or Unmake
ACTIVITY
• What made you choose teaching as a
profession? Why?
• What can help you achieve the duties and
responsibilities of the teaching profession?
Why?
• Based on the given responses, what could
facilitate the realization of the duties and
responsibilities of teachers?
Content
I. Declaration of Policy Coverage
II. Recruitment and Career
III. Hours of Work and Remuneration
IV. Health Measures and Injury Benefits
V. Leave and Retirement Benefits
VI. Teacher’s Organization
VII.Administration and Enforcement
Declaration of Policy Coverage
It is hereby declared to be the policy of this Act to
promote and improve the social and economic status of
public school teachers, their living and working
conditions, their terms of employment and career
prospects in order that they may compare favorably with
existing opportunities in other walks of life, attract and retain
in the teaching profession more people with the proper
qualifications, it being recognized that advances in education
depends on the qualifications and ability of the teaching staff
and that education is an essential factor in the economic
growth of the nation as a productive investment of vital
importance.
The Magna Carta
The legal document that

promotes the rights of
teachers and their
protection.
The Magna Carta
June 18, 1966
Recruitment and Career
KINDER/ELEMENTARY SECONDARY
Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary BS Education or equivalent w/ a major

Education (BS E.Ed) and a minor; BS/BA in Arts or Science
w/ 18 units in Education
COLLEGE SECONDARY VOCATIONAL/

2-YEAR TECHNICAL COURSE
MA/MS with a specific area of

specialization BS/BA in field of specialization w/ 18
units in Education
What if there is an absence of applicants who meet the
minimum educational qualifications?
Supervisor may appoint provided

• They be placed under temporary status
• They take a competitive examination
• Appointed based on rank in said examination
• Results must be made public and each
applicant must be given his score and rank
What if a teacher is recruited after training
and professional preparations are
finished?
With Civil Service Eligibility Without Civil Service

• Regular appointment Eligibility
• No probationary period • Provisional status for not less than
• With tenure subject to one year from provisional
appointment
existing laws • May be extended permanent
appointment after 10 years of
continuous, efficient, and faithful
service in such a position
Can teachers be transferred from one
station to another?
No transfers 3
No teacher may be transferred without months prior to any
his consent. Should there be an urgent local or national
elections
need or demand for transfer, the
School superintendent must notify the
Transfer expenses
teacher beforehand and state the shall be paid by
reasons. the Government
What are my rights during disciplinary
procedures?
Written Access to Time for

Defense Appeal
notice evidence preparation
PUBLICITY
I am married to another public school teacher. Can
my husband/wife and I teach in the same school?
Whenever possible, the

proper authorities shall take
all steps to enable married
couples to be employed in the
same locality.
DISCRIMINATION
ACADEMIC
FREEDOM
Current DepEd Orders
DO 3, s. 2016
Hiring Guidelines for Senior High Schools (SHS)
Teaching Positions Effective School Year
(SY) 2016-2017
RA 7836
An Act to Strengthen the Regulation and
Supervision of the Practice of Teaching in the
Philippines and Prescribing a Licensure Exam
for Teachers and for other Purposes
Hours of Work and Remuneration
How many hours of actual classroom

teaching am I required to render per day?
Not more than 6 hours a

day.
If there is a need to render more than 6 hours of actual

classroom teaching, it must not exceed 8 hours and you
must be paid additional compensation.
What about co-curricula and out of school activities and other

activities outside of what is defined as normal duties of any
teacher? Will I get paid for that?
YES.
After you have rendered 6
hours of classroom
teaching.
Agencies utilizing the services of teachers shall

pay for the additional compensation required.
What are the criteria for teachers’ salaries?
Insure teachers a
Compare favorably
reasonable standard of Properly graded
with other occupations
life
My salary is paid for by the local government. How
much should I be earning?
What allowances are given

according to the Magna Carta?
1. Cost of Living allowance

2. Special Hardship Allowance
What can be deducted

from my salary?
1. Those stipulated by the law

2. With authority executed by the teacher:
• Lawful dues and fees owing to the
Philippine Public School Teachers Association
• Premiums properly due on insurance policies
DO 2, s. 2016
Implementation of P3500 Net Take Home Pay for DepEd
Personnel
DO 12, s. 2016
Implementation of the First Tranche Compensation
Adjustment for Civilian Personnel, and Military and
Uniformed Personnel in the National Government
DO 21, s. 2006
Guidelines for the Organization of Classes
DO 9, 2. 2005
Instituting Measures to Increase Engaged Time-On-Task and
Ensuring Compliance Therewith
Health Measures and Injury Benefits
What health and injury benefits do I have according
to the Magna Carta?
1. Free compulsory medical examination

2. Free medical treatment and/or
hospitalization
3. Reimbursement for travelling expenses in
regions where there is a scarcity of
medical facilities
Effects of physical and nervous strain on the teacher’s health shall be

recognized as a compensable occupational disease in accordance with existing
laws
Leave and Retirement Benefits
What kind of leaves are we entitled to?
Study Leave Indefinite Leave

• After 7 years of service
• Not exceeding 1 SY When the nature of
• With pay of 60% of sickness demands a long
monthly salary
• Regular study load treatment that will
• Pass 75% of courses exceed one year at the
taken least
Leave and Retirement Benefits
How much will my retirement pay be?
If you have fulfilled the age and

service requirements of the
applicable laws,
you shall be given one
range salary raise
upon retirement.
DO 48, s. 1997
Guidelines in the Implementation of the Benefits
Arising from a One (1) Salary Grade Increase for
Retiring Public School Teachers Pursuant to RA
4670
DO 65, s. 1993
Hardship Allowances for Eligible Public School
Teachers
Teacher’s Organization
Are teachers allowed to establish
and join organizations to further
and defend our interests?
YES.
National teachers’ organizations shall be consulted in the formulation of of
national educational policies and professional standards, and in the
formulation of national policies governing the social security of teachers.
DO 49, s. 2006
Revised Rules of Procedure of the Department of
Education in Administrative Cases
DO 15, s. 2012
DepEd Policy Framework for the Implementation
of the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
System-Mediation
Pursuant to Art. 11 of RA 7836
CODE OF ETHICS FOR
PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS
Content
Preamble
Article I Scope and Limitations
Article II The Teacher and the State
Article III The Teacher and the Community
Article IV A Teacher and the Profession
Article V The Teachers and the Profession
Article VI The Teacher and Higher Authorities in the Profession
Article VII School Officials, Teachers, and Other Personnel
Article VIII The Teachers and Learners
Article IX The Teachers and Parents
Article X The Teacher and Business
Article XI The Teacher as a Person
Article XII Disciplinary Actions
Article XIII Effectivity
Preamble
Teachers are duly licensed professionals who
possess dignity and reputation with high moral
values as well as technical and professional
competence in the practice of their noble
profession, and they strictly adhere to, observe,
and practice this set of ethical and moral
principles, standards, and values.
Scope and Limitations
All teachers in schools in the Philippines
• Public and private school teachers

• Preschool, primary, elementary, and secondary levels
• Academic, vocational, special, technical, or non-formal
• Full time or part-time basis
• Includes industrial arts or vocational teachers
• Includes persons performing supervisory and/or
administrative functions
The Teacher and the State
Teachers as patriots and model citizens
• Transmit cultural and educational heritage

• Cultivate love of country
• Uphold our laws and policies
• Commit and devote self to duty
The Teacher and the State
Teachers as patriots and model citizens
• We do not engage in the promotion of partisan

interest.
• We do not use our position or influence to coerce
others to follow any political course of action.
The Teacher and the Community
Teacher as a leader
• Classroom Leader
• Youth Leader
• Community Leader
• Intellectual Leader
A Teacher and the Profession
Teaching as a noble profession
• Manifest enthusiasm and pride in teaching

• Hold the highest possible standards of quality
education
• Become lifelong learners
• Represent the school well
The Teachers and the Profession
Teachers as allies
• Support one another

• Give due credit for the work of others
• Give proper endorsement when leaving your position
• Respect confidential information
• Responsibly seek correctives for unprofessional and
unethical conduct of others
The Teacher and
Higher Authorities in the Profession
Teachers as team members
• Support policies of the school

• Do not bear false accusations against superiors
• Transact business through appropriate channels
• Raise grievances with respect to the learners’ right to learn
• Live up to contractual obligations
School Officials,
Teachers, and Other Personnel
The role of school officials
• Show professional courtesy, helpfulness, and sympathy

• Promote cooperative responsibility
• Ensure professional growth and recognition
• Respect due process
• Ensure lawful employment
The Teachers and Learners
Teachers as mentors and care givers

• Determine academic marks and promotions in accordance with
accepted procedures
• Treat all learners equally and fairly
• Avoid accepting gifts or favors in exchange of requested concessions
• Avoid remuneration from tutorials
• Follow the child protection policy
The Teachers and Parents
Teachers as partners
• Maintain cordial relations with parents

• Ensure that parents are properly informed of the
progress and deficiencies of the learner
• Hear parents’ complaints with sympathy and
understanding
The Teacher and Business
Teachers as
• Engage only in legitimate income generation

• Maintain a good reputation with respect to
financial matters
• Do not take part in commercial ventures which
furnish textbooks and other school commodities
The Teacher as a Person
Teachers as a human being
• Live with dignity and maintain a dignified

personality
• Place a premium on self-discipline

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The Magna Carta and

Code of Ethics for Teachers

The legal document that

June 18, 1966

Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary BS Education or equivalent w/ a major

COLLEGE SECONDARY VOCATIONAL/

MA/MS with a specific area of

Supervisor may appoint provided

With Civil Service Eligibility Without Civil Service

Written Access to Time for

Whenever possible, the

How many hours of actual classroom

Not more than 6 hours a

If there is a need to render more than 6 hours of actual

What about co-curricula and out of school activities and other

Agencies utilizing the services of teachers shall

What are the criteria for teachers’ salaries?

What allowances are given

1. Cost of Living allowance

What can be deducted

1. Those stipulated by the law

1. Free compulsory medical examination

Effects of physical and nervous strain on the teacher’s health shall be

What kind of leaves are we entitled to?

Study Leave Indefinite Leave

How much will my retirement pay be?

If you have fulfilled the age and

All teachers in schools in the Philippines

• Public and private school teachers

Teachers as patriots and model citizens

• Transmit cultural and educational heritage

Teachers as patriots and model citizens

• We do not engage in the promotion of partisan

Teaching as a noble profession

• Manifest enthusiasm and pride in teaching

• Support one another

Teachers as team members

• Support policies of the school

The role of school officials

• Show professional courtesy, helpfulness, and sympathy

Teachers as mentors and care givers

• Maintain cordial relations with parents

• Engage only in legitimate income generation

Teachers as a human being

• Live with dignity and maintain a dignified

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