This document discusses teacher training, professional development, and guidelines for hiring teachers. It outlines the importance of ongoing professional development and emphasizes that quality teachers are the greatest factor in student achievement. Effective teacher training includes both pre-service education and in-service development, and should focus on improving classroom practice and student learning. Guidelines for hiring prioritize candidates' qualifications and aim to fill openings starting with the highest-ranked applicants. The document stresses that teaching is a long-term process of skill and knowledge acquisition that requires guidance and promotes ethical values.

1. TEACHER TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Revised Teacher Hiring Guidelines Ma. Christina M. Dioneda IV-28 BSE Chemistry