Young Singapore Teachers' Union

08/09/2024

The 38th ASEAN Council of Teachers + 1 (Korea)(ACT+1) Convention just came to a successful closure in Bangkok hosted by Khurusapha The Council of Teachers with participation from nine countries including representatives of Singapore Teachers' Union, Kesatuan Guru-Guru Melayu Singapura, and Singapore Tamil Teachers' Union, themed “Promoting Happy Schooling and Sustainability in Education”, with informative and insightful keynote presentation, panel discussion, country reports and parallel sessions. It is important that our children are happy in schools and find learning a joyful endeavour, where they can discover and pursue their passion. The key is happy teachers who create magic in the classrooms! After all, teacher well-being is student well-being.
The Convention will be hosted by the Philippine Public School Teachers Association in 2025.
Education International Education International Asia Pacific Ministry of Education, Singapore NTUC Singapore

08/05/2024

27/03/2024

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/moe-to-rotate-heads-of-departments-who-have-served-in-the-same-school-for-more-than-eight-years

About one or two senior key personnel from each school are expected to rotate each year. Read more at straitstimes.com.

20/03/2024

Get legal assistance from a curated panel of law firms with exclusive rates for NTUC Union Members. Find out more at: www.ntuc.org.sg/lap

To better serve the needs of our members, we are introducing the LAP, a new union membership benefit which grants members access to a curated panel of law firms specialising in four key areas:
· Complex employment matters;
· Wills, estates, and probate matters;
· Matrimonial and criminal matters; and
· General corporate and commercial matters.

This initiative supplements existing work-related support for members provided by the unions and TADM@NTUC.

08/03/2024

Yesterday, the Western Australian (WA) Education Minister Dr. Tony Buti MLA, the WA Director-General of Education, Ms Lisa Rodgers and Senior Policy Officer, Ms Czerniak visited the Singapore Teachers' Union. We had an hour-long engaging discussion on teachers' working conditions - workload, stress; class size; quality of teachers and placing students at the centre of the education process as well as supporting and trusting school leaders and teachers to their job.
Ministry of Education, Singapore

28/02/2024

"we cannot have student well-being without teacher well-being, and we cannot nurture student agency without cultivating, and empowering, teacher agency. It implies the need for long-term public funding for well-qualified and supported teachers."

https://www.ei-ie.org/en/item/28345:education-voices-elevating-the-teacher-profession-high-level-panel-recommendations-explained
Singapore Teachers' Union Ministry of Education, Singapore

Mike Thiruman, General Secretary of the Singapore Teachers' Union, embodies a profound dedication to teacher empowerment by enhancing working conditions, advocating for teacher agency, and fostering teacher wellness and growth. As a member of the High-Level Panel on the Teaching Profession, convened...

10/01/2024

Young Teachers, Shape Your Future: Attend the Singapore Teachers' Union Engagement Session on 27 Jan 2024. This interactive forum, designed for young teachers, fosters learning, connection, and empowerment.

Key Highlights:
• Demystifying HR Policies: Gain in-depth insights into critical HR policies affecting your career trajectory, including progression opportunities, and professional development options. Navigate your career journey with confidence and clarity.
• Interactive Dialogue with our Distinguished Guest: Dr Wan Rizal, Member of Parliament for Jalan Besar GRC, an STU Advisor and a former teacher will join us, providing a unique perspective on current issues within the education sector. Engage in meaningful discussion, voice your concerns, and share your aspirations.
• Network and Build Your Support System: Connect with your peers, exchange experiences, and forge valuable connections within the vibrant STU community. Foster collaboration and build a robust support network that empowers you to thrive in the teaching profession.

This session is more than just information sharing; it's an invitation to join a powerful advocate for your needs and aspirations. We empower your voice and support your continued growth within the esteemed profession of teaching.

Visit the registration page at http://tinyurl.com/youngstu2024 to secure your spot. We look forward to welcoming you on 27 January.

Date: 27 January 2024, Saturday
Time: 10.00 am - 1.00 pm (Refreshment & Lunch provided)
Venue: NTUC Centre, Room 801
1 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018989
Nearest MRT Station: Raffles Place


Ministry of Education, Singapore Young NTUC Young Singapore Teachers' Union

15/12/2022

“We must look at our unions and see how we can change things in the workplaces and how unions operate with members. Always be on the lookout for our relationship with members and their needs and aspirations.” Mr Mike Thiruman, General Secretary, Singapore Teachers' Union

Singapore Teachers’ Union General Secretary Mike Thiruman shares the evolving needs of teachers and how the union has kept up with the times.

12/08/2022

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💬 Let’s chat at conversations.ntuc.sg 💬
Our needs and aspirations as workers are constantly evolving. NTUC wants to refresh our compact with you - one collectively defined with you and one where we work together, towards better jobs and better lives. With your input, we can better understand how to shape our society to be fairer and more inclusive.
We invite you to participate in our year-long engagement series Conversations. Your tomorrow matters, and NTUC will always champion your interests.
Watch the video (https://fb.watch/eR9ZSyoDkj/) as NTUC Secretary-General Ng Chee Meng shares what Conversations is about.
Sec-Gen has also penned a personal letter to all of you , which you can read at conversations.ntuc.sg