Regulations pt 1
Give two other names for the Code of Regulation
What is the state of the code of ethics, is it a legally binding document or not?
The code of ethics is not a legally binding document
What is the mission of the professional organization?
Which organization created the Code of Regulation?
The Ministry of Education
What is the relationship between the Ministry of Education and the Early Childhood Commission?
It is an agency or arm of the Ministry of Education
In terms of arrangement, how many schedules does the Code of Regulation consist of?
Four parts
Given that the code of ethics is not a legally binding document, what would happen to members who breach any of the principles of the code of ethics?
Basically no penalty or sanction can be meted out against the offender. It is hoped that members will act in accordance to the code of ethics for the sake of morality.
State the names of the THREE community colleges for which the Ministry of Education is responsible. These are:
Knox Community College
Portmore Community College
Montego Bay Community College
Excelsior Community College
Browns Town Community College
Name TWO schedules of the Code of Regulation
Schedule A: Classification of Teachers
Schedule B: Appointment Procedures for principals, vice principals, or teacher with special responsibilities.
Schedule C: Teacher Appointment form
Schedule D: Duties and Responsibilities of teacher with special responsibilities.
The Early Childhood Commission presents twelve standards, list FIVE of these
Staffing
Development and Educational Programmes
Interactions and Relationships with Children
Physical Environment
Indoor and Outdoor Equipment
Health
Nutrition
Safety
Child Rights, Child Protection and Equality
Parent and Stakeholder Participation
Administration
Finance
In terms of arrangement, how many parts does the Code of Regulation consist of?
Three parts
Give one example of negotiation made by the JTA on behalf of its members.
Wage negotiation
Name the ONE primary departments under which the Early Childhood Commission operates.
Regulation and Monitoring
Sector Support Services
Cross Sectoral Coordination
Name TWO parts of the Code of Regulation
How many teachers’ association were merged to form the Jamaica Teachers; Association?
Five (5)
List 4 types of leaves which teachers who are permanently employed in the Jamaican public schools are entitled to.
Study leave – Article 63 –page 34
Vacation leave – Article 64 – p.35
Maternity leave – Article 65 – p. 36
Sick leave – Article 66 – p. 36
Casual leave – Article 67 – p. 37
Special leave – Article 68 – 38
Paternity leave – came into effect January 1, 2023
Explain what is meant by “accepting a position over which there is a dispute”
This is addressing a position over which there is tension. For instance, wrongful dismal of the individual who previously occupy the post or a position over which there is grievance, thus whomever gets it will be subjected to sabotage or undue pressure.
With which teachers’ association in Jamaica is the Caribbean Union of Teachers affiliated?
The Jamaica Teachers’ Association
When might a teacher be granted vacation leave?
Granted only to teachers who are permanently employed.
May be granted with or without pay.
Granted upon the recommendation of the Board and with approval of the Minister
Name the SIX teachers’ colleges for which the Ministry of Education is responsible
Bethlehem Moravian College
College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE)
Church Teachers’ College
GC. Foster College
The Mico University
Monague Teachers’ College
Sam Sharpe Teachers’ College
St Joseph’s Teachers’ College
Shortwood Teachers’ College
Pages 18 and 19 of the Code of Regulation provide information about three documents in which student information is recorded. Identify TWO documents
What regulations are being referred to under point 3 of principle 4?
Code of Regulation
State ONE role or functions of the Caribbean Union of Teachers.
Unites teachers from all across the Caribbean.
Create a framework that enables teachers to work together in harmony as they push the education of the Caribbean.
What is meant by the Code of Regulation being a “legally binding document?”
This means that the Cod of Regulation is enforced by law. Any breach of the terms of this document may result in legal actions being taken against the offender.
State three roles and functions of the Ministry of Education
Planning, developing, and implementing educational policies and programmes
Monitoring and evaluating the performance of locally and internationally funded projects and programmes
Providing guidance in financial management for all educational institutions and affiliated agencies.
Maintaining an efficient system of collecting, collating, analysing and presenting current and accurate data on quantifiable educational indicators to meet local demand and international standards.
Developing and supporting programmes, services and activities geared towards personal and national development.