Author: Hon. David Casper Nathan A. Sergio
Date Filed: April 27, 2026
This proposed ordinance formalizes a salary standardization plan for Educare teachers in Naga City to address long-standing compensation disparities. Recognizing these teachers as the first mentors in a child’s development, the policy aims to boost morale, retention, and service quality. The measure mandates a phased implementation plan spanning up to four years, with funding secured through the annual budget of the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) to ensure long-term sustainability.
Highlights of the Proposed Ordinance
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Standardized Pay Structure: Creates a formal salary framework that aligns the compensation of Educare teachers with the weight of their professional responsibilities.
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Flexible Phased Implementation: Allows for full execution over a period of up to four years, with the Sangguniang Panlungsod retaining the authority to adjust the implementation schedule as needed.
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Integrated Funding: Appropriates funds through the CSWDO annual budget, transitioning salary adjustments from one-time efforts into a reliable component of the city’s executive budget.
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Clear Governance: Directs the Human Resource Management Office (HRMO) and the CSWDO to develop and issue the necessary Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) within 60 days of the ordinance’s approval.
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Strategic Educational Goal: Specifically connects teacher compensation to the city’s broader priority of improving learning outcomes, acknowledging that a motivated workforce is essential to the city’s early childhood education strategy.
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