The Egyptian Ministry of Education has begun implementing a new contract for part-time teachers, also known as "teachers of the hour." This move aims to regulate the status of these teachers and provide them with a stable income. The contract includes a monthly stipend of up to 4800 EGP, based on a maximum of 96 teaching hours per month. The ministry's decision is part of its efforts to improve the education system and ensure the regularity of the academic year.
The new contract is valid for the academic year, starting from September 1st and ending on June 30th. The contract includes a fixed hourly rate of 50 EGP per teaching hour. Part-time teachers will be entitled to a maximum of 96 teaching hours per month, with a total stipend of 4800 EGP. This new contract applies to part-time teachers at all educational levels, including primary, secondary, and higher education.
The Ministry of Education has emphasized that the new contract is designed to provide part-time teachers with a stable income and social protection. The contract includes provisions for social insurance and pension benefits, in accordance with Law 148 of 2019. This move is expected to improve the living standards of part-time teachers and provide them with greater job security.
The decision to introduce a new contract for part-time teachers has been welcomed by the Egyptian Teachers' Syndicate. The syndicate's president, Khalaf Al-Zanati, has praised the ministry's efforts to regulate the status of part-time teachers and provide them with a stable income. Al-Zanati has also emphasized the importance of providing part-time teachers with social protection and pension benefits.
According to Al-Zanati, the new contract is a significant step towards achieving greater stability in the education system. He has also highlighted the importance of providing part-time teachers with a stable income, which will enable them to focus on their teaching duties without worrying about their financial situation.
The Egyptian Teachers' Syndicate has opened its doors to part-time teachers, offering them membership and access to various services. The syndicate has emphasized its commitment to supporting part-time teachers and advocating for their rights. Al-Zanati has also stressed the importance of recognizing the role of part-time teachers in the education system and providing them with the necessary support.
The introduction of the new contract for part-time teachers is part of the Ministry of Education's efforts to improve the education system and provide better working conditions for teachers. The ministry's decision is expected to have a positive impact on the education sector, enabling part-time teachers to focus on their teaching duties and provide better education to students.
Key points
- The new contract provides part-time teachers with a monthly stipend of up to 4800 EGP and social protection benefits.
