MANPOWER
We wanted to determine if the teachers have the same views on
the importance of Manpower in the sector
Finding out reasons as to why Manpower is important
Teacher-Child Ratio
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Out of 22, 9 agree that meeting the teacher-child ratio requirement is crucial. As much as it is a requirement, a low ratio would also lead to many limitations as to how the curriculum is conducted.
9
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Workload
Out of 22, 7 agree that the lack of manpower would result in a greater workload on the other staff, which can lead to reduced efficiency and productivity.
7
Delivering Quality Service
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Out of 22, 6 agree that sufficient manpower is important in ensuring the quality of service provided. Only then will they be capable of providing the children with an optimal learning environment as they monitor the children's safety and well-being.
6
Gathering teachers' view on the staff shortage within the centre
A majority of the teachers, 95.5%, equivalent to 21 teachers, agree that the centre has experienced a shortage of staff.
Finding out the challenges teachers face when they experience
staff shortage
EXTRA
Workload
Out of 22, 15 teachers mentioned that along with staff shortage would mean they have to replace and take over the responsibilities of the absent teachers, which may sometimes lead to extended working hours. Teachers are required to sacrifice their class and planning time.
CHANGE IN
Schedules
Out of 22, 2 teachers state that it would result in a change in their routines and schedules, since all teachers are required to take turns when it comes to assisting other classes with a shortage of teachers.
EXTRA
Responsibility
Out of 15, 2 teachers state that they felt a larger sense of responsibility as they are tasked with overseeing a greater number of children. This is one limitation that prevents them from performing to their fullest potential.
LACK OF
Cooperativeness
Out of 22, 1 state that teachers are less willing to cooperate and assist a particular class when there is a shortage of teachers.
LACK OF
Awareness
Out of 22, 1 teacher mentioned that some teachers have the tendency to overlook the roster, failing to ensure that there will be replacement teachers in the class before taking their leave.