Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek stated that teachers seeking part-time employment must obtain approval from the Ministry of Education (MoE). She emphasized that part-time work should not interfere with primary teaching duties or occur during official working hours. Fadhlina also addressed concerns about teacher transfers, assuring that requests are processed based on established procedures and prioritize educational needs, teacher welfare, and the overall educational ecosystem.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek speaks to reporters after a meet-and-greet event at the Institute of Teacher Education , Dato’ Razali Ismail Campus in Kuala Nerus January 22, 2025. — Bernama picas a first-time user . Exclusively for Malay Mail readers: Use codeKUALA NERUS, Jan 22 — Teachers intending to take on part-time jobs must first obtain approval from the Ministry of Education , said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek.
She was responding to concerns about the growing number of education service officers engaging in part-time work. “That is not true. The process must be followed. No request bypasses the proper procedure . Our priority at the MOE is ensuring that educational needs are met, meaning that transfers should not disrupt education. We need to consider the overall needs and professionalism of the teachers.
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