MODIFIED CAREER PROGRESSION OF TEACHERS AND SCHOOL HEADS

 

 The Expanded Career Progression System (ECPS) for public school teachers in the Philippines offers two main career paths: Classroom Teaching (CT) and School Administration (SA). Teachers can choose to progress within either path, or even switch between them. This system aims to provide a clearer, more structured career advancement for teachers, leading to increased motivation, higher salaries, and improved quality of education. 























Classroom Teaching (CT) Career Line:
• Master Teacher Levels:

  The CT career line includes positions ranging from Teacher 1 to Master Teacher V. 
• Promotion to Master Teacher:

  To advance to Master Teacher levels, teachers must meet specific criteria, which include demonstrating highly proficient teaching abilities and completing professional development programs. 
Increased Stature and Compensation:
Progression through the CT career line provides increased stature and compensation, acknowledging the value of teaching expertise. 
School Administration (SA) Career Line:
School Principal Positions:
The SA career line includes School Principal I through School Principal IV.
Leadership Roles:
Teachers who choose the SA path can move into leadership roles within schools, contributing to school management and improvement.
Transition from Classroom to Administration:
Teachers who meet the qualifications for Master Teacher I can choose to transition into school administration. 
Key Features of the ECPS:
Professional Development:
The ECPS emphasizes professional development for teachers, with specific programs designed to support their advancement. 
Meritocracy and Competence:
The system aims to promote teachers based on their merit and demonstrated competence, rather than solely on seniority. 
Standardized Qualifications:
The Department of Education (DepEd) works with other agencies to standardize qualifications for teaching positions across all levels of basic education. 
Enhanced Motivation and Job Satisfaction:
By providing clear career paths and opportunities for advancement, the ECPS aims to enhance teacher motivation and job satisfaction, contributing to the quality of education. 
Reclassification Processes:
The Department of Education (DepEd) will reinforce reclassification processes to allow teachers to progress based on merit and competence. 
DOWNLOAD DEPED ORDER: DepEd-DBM-JC-No.-01-s.-2025   
MODIFIED POSITION CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION SCHEME AND SYSTEM OF CAREER PROGRESSION 
OF TEACHERS AND SCHOOL HEADS IN THE PUBLIC BASIC EDUCATION SYSTEM