New Policy for Private School Teachers: 30-Hour Work Week with Full Insurance from September
In a significant move aimed at enhancing the education sector, a senior official from the Ministry of Education has announced the official implementation of a new law for private school teachers, set to commence at the start of the new academic year in September.
Key Reforms for Educational Staff
The Deputy Minister of Education, Ahmad Mahmoudzadeh, confirmed that the new regulations will formally reduce the working hours for teachers in non-governmental schools to 30 hours per week. Crucially, this change will be coupled with the provision of complete insurance coverage without any deductions, addressing a key concern for educators in this sector.
The announcement was made during a national conference with heads of education departments. Mahmoudzadeh highlighted the vital role of private schools in achieving educational justice across the nation. He noted that currently, approximately 20,000 non-governmental schools are operational with the participation of some 110,000 teachers.
Boosting Job Security and Professional Standards
A central objective of the new law is to prevent the employment of unqualified teaching staff. Its implementation is projected to substantially increase job security for private school educators, ensuring a more stable and professionalized workforce.
The official also outlined broader modernization efforts, indicating that the development of virtual schools and a comprehensive review of regulations governing non-governmental institutions are now on the ministry’s agenda.
Nationwide Teacher Advancement Initiatives
In a related development, the conference revealed several other major initiatives for the teaching community. It was announced that 282,000 qualified teachers will be eligible for professional rank promotion starting in September. To streamline this and other administrative processes, an electronic profile system for teachers will soon be activated, allowing for the upload of necessary documents and credentials.
Furthermore, a new mechanism for selecting and appointing school principals, based on examinations and specialized training courses, was also detailed.
These sweeping decisions are framed within the broader context of implementing the national Document for Fundamental Transformation in Education, a strategic policy designed to systematically elevate the quality of education and teaching standards throughout the country.
