The President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Eric Carbonu, has called for the removal of Professor Smile Gavua Dzisi from his position as Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES).
NAGRAT argues that Prof. Dzisi, who lacks a background as a professional teacher, is unqualified to hold such an important position in an education system that should be led by individuals who have risen through the ranks of the GES.
Carbonu emphasized that the appointment of non-professional teachers to key positions undermines the professional growth of educators.
He argued that pre-tertiary teachers, many of whom hold advanced degrees like PhDs and Masters, are fully capable of managing their own affairs and should be given leadership opportunities within the service.
Additionally, Carbonu pointed out the clear distinction between the pre-tertiary and tertiary education sectors, asserting that those from the tertiary sector cannot effectively manage pre-tertiary education without the necessary experience.
NAGRAT has called on the government to prioritize experienced professional educators for leadership roles within the GES and remove non-professionals from positions at pre-tertiary agencies.
The association also urged President John Dramani Mahama to make public service and civil service roles non-partisan and professional to serve all Ghanaians.
NAGRAT is seeking a meeting with the President and relevant officials to address these concerns and discuss solutions to strengthen Ghana’s education system and empower professional educators to take on leadership roles.
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