JTA Hopeful Teacher Vacancies Will Be Filled Before New School Year
Share
Jamaica Teachers’ Association President Mark Malabver says he is hopeful that vacant teaching posts will be filled ahead of the 2026/27 school year.
Around 300 teaching positions were recently advertised as schools continue to face staffing challenges.
Mr. Malabver said teacher migration remains a major factor contributing to the shortage, with some educators taking leave before deciding not to return.
He noted that the JTA is monitoring the situation as schools prepare for the new academic year.
Audio Player
Mark Malablaver, JTA President.
Mr.Malabver highlighted shortages in subjects including mathematics, literacy, music and geography, warning that unfilled posts could place additional pressure on the education system.
He said addressing the vacancies before the new school year is critical to ensuring schools can operate effectively.
Syndicated from ZIP FM · originally published .
Legal context · powered by Jurifi
Get the legal angle on this story. Pick a prompt and Jurifi's AI will explain it using Jamaican law.
AI replies are based on Jamaican law via Jurifi. Not legal advice.
Other coverage
Role of School Gardens in Strengthening Food Security, Healthy Living Highlighted
Ministry of Education and Youth
Classroom Block Rebuilt At Fyffes Pen Primary School In St. Elizabeth
Jamaica Information Service
No Independence Gala for NY Tri-State Area this year
Jamaica Gleaner
Role of School Gardens in Strengthening Food Security, Healthy Living Highlighted
Jamaica Information Service
Brown’s Town Primary School Graduates Encouraged to Embrace Next Chapter of Educational Journey
Jamaica Information Service