My Teacher Career Progression: Grades, Responsibilities, and Advancement Strategies

1. Entry-Level Teacher (Grade DG41)  

Responsibilities:  

- Deliver lessons following the national curriculum.  

- Manage classroom behavior and basic administrative tasks.  

- Attend mandatory training sessions.  

Example Work:  

- Preparing lesson plans with supervisor guidance.  

- Conducting formative assessments (quizzes, class participation tracking).  

- Joining school clubs/activities as an assistant.  

How to Move Up Faster:  

🌸 Complete probation successfully (show strong classroom management & teaching skills).  

🌸 Engage in professional development (e.g., short courses on pedagogy).  

🌸 Seek mentorship from senior teachers.

2. Competent Teacher (Grade DG44 / Confirmed Teacher)  

Responsibilities:  

- Design differentiated lessons for diverse learners.  

- Lead co-curricular activities.  

- Mentor new teachers.  

Example Work:  

- Implementing project-based learning.  

- Organizing school-level STEM workshops.  

- Conducting action research on student engagement.

How to Move Up Faster:  

🌸 Excel in performance evaluations (document student progress & innovations).  

🌸 Publish teaching materials (e.g., lesson plans on MOE portals) 

🌸 Pursue a postgraduate diploma (e.g., in Educational Leadership).  

3. Senior Teacher (Grade DG48 / Excellent Teacher Scheme)  

Responsibilities:  

- Lead departmental curriculum development.  

- Train junior staff.

- Represent the school in district/state committees.  

Example Work: 

- Spearheading a digital learning initiative (e.g., Google Classroom integration).  

- Writing policy recommendations for school improvement. 

- Conducting workshops for peers.

How to Move Up Faster: 

🌸 Show leadership impact (e.g., improved school-wide exam results).  

🌸 Gain specialist certification (e.g., IB Trainer, Cambridge Examiner).  

🌸 Network with MOE officials (attend national education conferences).  

4. Master Teacher / Principal (Grade DG52 and Above)  

Responsibilities: 

- Oversee school administration.  

- Set institutional teaching standards.  

- Liaise with government bodies.  

Example Work: 

- Designing teacher competency frameworks.  

- Securing grants for school infrastructure projects.  

- Publishing research in education journals. 

How to Reach This Tier:  

🌸 Earn a Master’s/PhD in Education.  

🌸 Build a portfolio of systemic improvements (e.g., reduced dropout rates).  

🌸 Excel in promotional interviews (highlight leadership milestones).