The Lagos State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has actually presented visit letters to 992 newly recruited instructors as part of the state government’s efforts to reinforce public secondary education and address staffing lacks across schools.
The freshly recruited education officers were selected after an extensive recruitment procedure targeted at satisfying the demands of the state’s growing student population, bridging gaps in core science and technical topics, and improving the quality of mentor in public secondary schools.
Presenting the consultation letters, TESCOM Chairman, Mrs. Victoria Mopelola Peregrino, praised the effective candidates and advised them to uphold the principles and values of the teaching occupation while acting as deserving ambassadors of the Lagos State Government.
She described that the recruitment exercise is a constant effort created to make sure that public secondary schools are sufficiently staffed with certified teachers and trainers, especially as Lagos continues to experience quick population growth.
According to Peregrino, the state must regularly change retired and left teachers to prevent overcrowded class and keep quality education.
She motivated the teachers to comprehend their students’ strengths and challenges, accept creativity and development in the class, and adopt modern-day teaching techniques. She likewise stressed the need for continuous professional development, the integration of technology into teaching, and using efficient, non-violent disciplinary techniques.
The TESCOM chairman further advised the newly used teachers to keep professionalism in their look, remain thorough in their responsibilities, and seize the day to contribute meaningfully to the state’s education sector.
Also speaking, the Commission member representing Ikeja Department on the TESCOM Board, Mr. Abiodun Bamgboye, and the Permanent Secretary of the Commission, Mr. Olawale Ojikutu, cautioned the instructors versus bullying and unwanted sexual advances of trainees, cautioning that the Lagos State Government has absolutely no tolerance for such misbehavior. They likewise advised them to be dedicated and prompt in carrying out their responsibilities.
Speaking on behalf of the recently hired teachers, Mr. Orire Ajayi Samuel expressed appreciation to the Lagos State Government for the chance to serve, promising that the new recruits would release their responsibilities responsibly and represent the state with stability.
The newly hired teachers will be deployed to public secondary schools throughout Lagos State’s six education districts after completing the needed paperwork.