About JTC
The Jamaica Teaching Council (JTC) was established as a part of the education transformation strategy to improve the quality and coverage of education nationwide. Its fundamental purpose is to professionalize the teaching profession. The Council advocates for the teaching profession, and its ultimate goal is for the teaching to become the profession of choice.
Teachers for Development Development for Teachers.
Professional Development
Teaching is more than a job; it is a moral engagement with high expectations of teachers, to raise the levels of performance of their students.
Excellent Teacher Awards
Annual recognition is given to our excellent teachers and school leaders across our education system and in all Quality Education Circles (QECs).
Regulatory Services
To enable and sustain an effective teaching profession that ensures the holistic development of children and young people, building skills
Governance & Management
In 2012, an Advisory Body was established to advise the Honourable Minister of Education on the continued evolution of the Council.
Our Mission
To cause the teaching profession to continuously strive for excellence in raising aspirations and achievements that lead to beneficial educational outcomes for all learners underscores quality education for all Jamaicans
Upcoming Events
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