Magna Carta and Code of Ethics

The Magna Carta and
Code of Ethics for Teachers

April 26, 2016
DepEd Echotech
Lahug, Cebu City
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.
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employees.
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As teachers
Miserable or Joyous
Tool for torture or Instrument of Inspiration
Humiliate or Humor
Hurt or Heal
Escalate or De-escalate
De-humanize or Humanize
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
ACTIVITY
On separate meta cards, complete the
phrases:
Ako ay guro dahil
Magagawa ko ang aking

tungkulin bilang guro kung
ACTIVITY
What made you choose teaching as

a profession? Why?
What can help you achieve the
duties and responsibilities of the
teaching profession? Why?
ACTIVITY
What do your responses reveal

about the teaching profession? Or
your perception about it? 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. Teachers 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
Bachelors Degree in Elementary BS Education or equivalent w/ a

Education (BS E.Ed) major 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 Without Civil Service

Eligibility Eligibility
Regular appointment Provisional status for not less
No probationary period than one year from provisional
appointment
With tenure subject to May be extended permanent
existing laws 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 months prior to
without his consent. Should there any local or
national elections
be an urgent need or demand for
transfer, the School
Transfer
superintendent must notify the expenses shall
teacher beforehand and state the be paid by the
reasons. 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?
Compare favorably Insure teachers a

with other reasonable standard Properly graded
occupations of 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 teachers 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
monthly salary
Regular study load long treatment that will
Pass 75% of courses exceed one year at
taken the 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
Teachers 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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COMMITMENT
SETTING
Commitment Setting
As a teacher, I commit myself

to help realize the DepEd
mission:
to facilitate learning and
constantly nurture every
learner

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Code of Ethics for Teachers

Tool for torture or Instrument of Inspiration

Ako ay guro dahil

Magagawa ko ang aking

What made you choose teaching as

What do your responses reveal

The legal document

June 18, 1966

Bachelors Degree in Elementary BS Education or equivalent w/ a

COLLEGE SECONDARY VOCATIONAL/

MA/MS with a specific area of

Supervisor may appoint provided

With Civil Service Without Civil Service

Written Access to Time for

Whenever possible, the

Not more than 6 hours a

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

What are the criteria for teachers salaries?

Compare favorably Insure teachers a

What allowances are given

1. Cost of Living allowance

What can be deducted

1. Those stipulated by the law

1. Free compulsory medical

What kind of leaves are we entitled

Study Leave Indefinite Leave

How much will my retirement pay be?

If you have fulfilled the age

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

Teaching as a noble profession

Manifest enthusiasm and pride in teaching

Teachers as team members

The role of school officials

Teachers as mentors and care givers

Maintain cordial relations with parents

Teachers as a human being

Live with dignity and maintain a dignified

As a teacher, I commit myself

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