Eastern Regional Education Directorate opens application for 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards
Eastern Regional Education Directorate opens application for 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards
Management of the Eastern Regional Education Directorate has announced the opening of the application
for the 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards.
Management urges all Teachers, Teachers in Administration
and Leadership and the Non-Teaching staff in the Municipality/District to apply.
Categories: 2024 Eastern Region Outstanding Achievement Awards
The award categories are as follows:
- Teaching
- Non-Teaching
- Leadership and Administration
2024 Eastern Regional Outstanding Achievement Awards: Where to apply
Interested applicants should apply through the following link:
https://forms.eleilbJVLinVnTAZt5Yr5
TAKE NOTE: All applicants are expected to read and adhere strictly to the attached selection criteria before completing the application form.
Application Deadline: 2024 Eastern Regional Outstanding Achievement Awards
The deadline or closing date for the 2024 Eastern Region Outstanding Achievement Awards is 7th June 2024.
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Selection Criteria and Eligibility for 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards (Teaching Category)
ELIGIBILITY
The Outstanding Achievement Awards -2024 is open to all teachers currently working at the Pre-Tertiary level and have been teaching for not less than five (5) years.
Selection Criteria
1. Acknowledgment of teacher’s accomplishments within and outside the classroom by students, colleagues, school leaders, or members of the broader community (awards and certificates received).
2. Exhibiting effective instructional methods, such as Differentiated Learning (DL), that can be replicated and adapted for use in various classroom settings, including innovative instructional approaches that deviate from the norm.
3. Display of creativity and innovation, encompassing the integration of technology and adeptly navigating challenging circumstances while maintaining realistic expectations and exhibiting problem-solving skills.
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4. Attainment of tangible learning outcomes for a diverse student body, such as enhanced academic performance, improved attendance and behaviour, and successful transition to the world of work, among others.
5. provision of value-driven education aimed at fostering global citizenship, which involves embracing diverse religious, cultural, and national identities, forging connections with schools in different communities or countries, and promoting exchange programs and educational excursions.
6. Contributions to the community extending beyond the confines of the classroom, offering unique and exemplary models of excellence for the teaching profession and beyond, including recognition through media platforms, community accolades, public speaking engagements, seminars, and involvement in local organizations. How do you integrate community engagement into your teaching practices?
7. Participation in activities that contribute to the advancement of teaching and the teaching profession, such as engaging in public debates, conducting research, writing articles or blogs, participating in media initiatives, advocating through social media campaigns, organizing events, or presenting at conferences.
8. Demonstration of professional competence, including academic and professional qualifications, participation in workshops and seminars, provision of in-service training, and evidence of delivering high-quality service while staying abreast of educational policies and issues.
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9. Display of positive personality traits encompassing social, moral, and emotional intelligence, fostering a conducive learning environment, serving as a role model for colleagues, students, and the broader community
Service to the Community
This considers staff’s participation in the socio-economic development of the community. Work experience in rural/urban settings. Support for the vulnerable is an added advantage
INNOVATIONS AND CREATIVITY
This includes new ways or approaches to work, and the use of technology. The staff sets realistic expectations and demonstrates problem-solving abilities.
NOMINATION
Based on the above criteria, the nomination of teachers can be done by:
a) Self
b) Staff
c) PA of School
d) Community (learners, alumni, traditional/ religious leaders)
e) Teacher unions
Selection Criteria and Eligibility for 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards (Teacher in Leadership and Administrative Category)
ELIGIBILITY
The outstanding Achievement Awards are available to professionally trained and licensed educators currently employed at the pre-tertiary education level (public) who have served as administrators for a minimum of five (5) years. This includes but is not limited to Directors of Education, Managers of Educational Units, School Improvement Support Officers (SISOs), and Heads of Basic and Senior High Schools.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Applicants are assessed based on the following criteria:
1. Demonstrated performance in the individual’s area of responsibility, such as meeting deadlines and fulfilling expectations within the institution or office. This includes:
a) Articulating a clear vision and mission statement.
b) submitting timely reports to institutions and other relevant offices.
c) providing evidence of financial stewardship and accountability.
d) Exhibiting punctuality and professionalism.
e) Demonstrating efficiency and effectiveness within the institution.
f) Utilizing management systems effectively.
g) Showing evidence of collaboration and teamwork.
2. Recognition of the individual’s achievements within the institution or office, including notable contributions that have positively impacted students and staff (both teaching and non-teaching).
3. Assisting the department in achieving its objectives, such as enhancing learning outcomes and institutional improvement.
4. Commitment to the profession, including dedication to work responsibilities, personal development, and upholding the reputation of the teaching profession.
5. Engagement in community service activities, such as serving as a role model, mentorship, and outreach initiatives. This may include receiving recognition through community awards, participation in public speaking engagements, membership in local organizations, and contributions to media platforms.
6. Contributions to teaching and the teaching profession, including participation in public debates, research activities, writing and publishing articles or blogs, engagement in Social media campaigns, and organizing or presenting at events and conferences.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
I. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE
This aspect of evaluation encompasses academic and professional qualifications, participation in
workshops and seminars, in-service training, and evidence of delivering high-quality service. lt is crucial for staff members to be well-versed in educational policies and issues.
II. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Evaluation of personal attributes includes social, emotional, and moral intelligence, as well as the ability to serve as a role model for staff, students, and the community
III. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Recognition of community engagement involves assessing staff members’ contributions to the socio-economic development of their communities. This includes participation in training programs and readiness to work in diverse settings, with additional emphasis on supporting vulnerable populations.
IV. INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY
This category evaluates the introduction of novel approaches or methodologies to work, as well as the effective use of technology. Staff members should demonstrate the ability to set achievable goals and exhibit problem-solving skills.
NOMINATION
Based on the outlined criteria, nominations for administrative staff may be submitted by:
a) Self
b) Colleagues
c) Parent Associations (PA)
d) Community members (students, alumni, traditional and religious leaders)
e) Teacher unions
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Selection Criteria and Eligibility for 2024 Outstanding Achievement Awards (Non-Teaching Category)
ELIGIBILITY
The Outstanding Achievement Awards -2024 is open to all non-teaching staff currently working at Pre-Tertiary Education institutions and have been working for not less than five (5) years.
SELECTION CRITERIA
The criteria for identifying the most exceptional non-teaching staff member who has made a significant
contribution to education delivery are outlined below:
I. Demonstrating exemplary performance in the execution of job responsibilities, which encompasses:
a) Adherence to the job description.
b)Timely submission of reports to institutions and relevant offices’
c) Evidence of cost-saving initiatives and responsible resource utilization.
d) Punctuality, regularity and professional conduct.
e) Displaying efficiency and effectiveness within the institution
II. Acknowledgment of the staff member’s accomplishments within the institution or office, exemplified
by unique performances or outputs that positively impact academic work.
III. Assisting the department in achieving its objectives, such as maintaining accurate documentation, managing procurement processes, and overseeing store operations.
IV. The commitment demonstrated by staff who prioritize their work responsibilities, personal growth, and exhibit positive conduct for the betterment of themselves and education in Ghana
V. contributions to the community beyond institutional boundaries, which offer distinctive and notable models of excellence. This may include recognition through community accolades, participation in public speaking engagements, involvement in local organizations, and contributions to media platforms, with an emphasis on fostering community-school integration
OTHER FACTORS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE
Evaluation of professional competence encompasses academic and professional qualifications, participation in workshops and seminars, engagement in in-service training, and evidence of
delivering high-quality service. It is imperative that staff members possess comprehensive knowledge of educational policies and issues
2. PERSONALITY FACTORS
Assessment of personality factors includes social, moral, and emotional intelligence, as well as the ability to serve as a role model for staff, students, and the wider community.
3. SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY
Recognition of service to the community involves assessing the staff’s contributions to the socio-economic development of the community. Experience working in both rural and urban settings, as well as support for vulnerable populations, are considered advantageous.
4. INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY
Evaluation of innovation and creativity encompasses the introduction of new approaches or methodologies to work, as well as the effective utilization of technology. staff members should
demonstrate the ability to set realistic expectations and exhibit problem-solving skills.
NOMINATION
Based on the aforementioned criteria, nominations for non-teaching staff may be submitted by:
a) Self
b) Colleagues
c) Parent Associations (PA)
d) community members (students, alumni, traditional or religious readers)
e) Union representatives
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