Teachers within the Ekumfi District have urged their newly appointed director to advocate for improved conditions of service for members.
The appeal was made during a familiarisation visit by the director on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Ekumfi Essarkyir, where she shared her vision and encouraged professionalism among teachers, as well as the promotion of a healthy working environment.
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| George Eshun |
Speaking on behalf of the teachers, Mr. George Eshun highlighted the critical issue of teachers’ conditions of service. He called on Ms. Kafui Mary Ahlijah, the new Director of Education, to prioritise and champion efforts towards enhancing these conditions.
According to Mr. Eshun, teachers would be able to perform their duties with greater diligence and effectiveness if their conditions of service, particularly remuneration, were improved.
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| Director Kafui Mary Ahlijah |
Ms. Kafui Mary Ahlijah becomes the eighth Director of Education for the Ekumfi Education Directorate since its creation in 2013, following the retirement of Mr. Isaac Oscar Odoom in December, 2024.
Bringing a vast of experience to her new role, Director Kafui aims to enhance the sustainability of schools through effective leardership.
Addressing the teachers, Director Ahlijah stressed the importance of punctuality and regular attendance at work, encouraging teachers and pupils to exhibit this behaviour. She assured them that she would actively monitor these aspects.
She further urged headteachers to adopt a proactive and positive approach to school administration, while also encouraging teachers to conduct lessons effectively and organize regular Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) within schools.
Director Kafui concluded by emphasizing the significance of team work, encouraging teachers to connect with their headteachers to foster a conducive school environment.
Teachers expressed their appreciation for her visit and are optimistic about working together to achieve a shared vision.
By: Yusuf Ibrahim Dadzie
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