Alliance Teachers Forum

Vision

To uplift the teaching profession in Pakistan by fostering continuous professional development, career growth, and dignity for teachers, while enabling them to shape a more enlightened, equitable, and future-ready society.

Context: Challenges Teachers Face in Pakistan

Teachers in Pakistan, particularly in primary and secondary education, face a wide range of challenges that hinder their effectiveness, growth, and motivation:

Public Sector Teachers

Low and delayed salaries, especially for non-regularized or daily-wage teachers
Political interference in transfers, postings, and recruitment
Outdated teaching methods and limited training opportunities
Overcrowded classrooms with poor infrastructure and lack of learning materials
Limited career progression and unclear promotion mechanisms
Heavy administrative workload (e.g., voter registration, census, exams)
Lack of motivation due to absence of recognition and respect in society

Private Sector Teachers

Extremely low pay scales with no job security or social benefits
Long working hours, often exceeding classroom duties
Pressure to deliver results without adequate training or resources
No voice or representation in school governance or policy
Minimal opportunities for professional development or performance-based incentives

Objectives of the Alliance Teachers Forum

Giving a formal role in policy making
Enhance the professional capacity of teachers through modern training and skill-building
Advocate for fair employment practices and job security in both public and private institutions
Build a national network of teachers to share knowledge, innovations, and mutual support
Promote the dignity and recognition of the teaching profession in society
Support teachers’ mental health and well-being, especially those working under stress
Bridge the gap between policy and classroom practice by engaging teachers in education reforms
Empower young and early-career teachers with career development opportunities
Promote digital literacy and teaching innovation for the 21st-century classroom

Programs and Initiatives

1. National Teachers Training Program (NTTP)

Regular workshops on pedagogy, classroom management, digital tools, inclusive education
Certification in modern curriculum delivery, student psychology, and hybrid teaching

2. Teachers’ Rights & Policy Advocacy Cell

Legal aid and representation for contract violations, salary issues, and unfair dismissals
Dialogue with education departments, school boards, and private associations for reforms

3. Career Growth & Promotion Support

Clear guidance on career ladders, promotions, and leadership roles
Workshops on portfolio building, evaluation preparation, and school management roles

4. Teachers Digital Empowerment Program

Training in Google Classroom, LMS, Zoom teaching, AI tools, and content creation
Development of open-source Urdu and local-language teaching content

5. Teachers Wellness & Mental Health Initiative

Counseling services, peer support groups, and resilience-building sessions
Workshops on stress management and creating a healthy school environment

6. Low-Income Private School Teachers Support

Outreach to teachers in low-fee private schools with free training and micro-scholarships
Advocacy for minimum wage standards and social protection measures

7. Teaching Excellence Awards

Annual recognition of inspiring teachers at district, provincial, and national levels
Special categories for innovation, rural service, inclusive education, and leadership

8. Young Teachers Mentorship Program

Pairing new entrants with experienced educators for professional guidance
Leadership tracks for young teachers aspiring to become trainers, coordinators, or principals

9. Education Policy Roundtables

Quarterly events where teachers present recommendations to education policymakers
Development of a “Teachers’ Charter for Education Reform”

10. Community Engagement & Teacher Reputation Campaign

Media campaigns to elevate respect for the teaching profession
Public forums and storytelling campaigns showcasing the impact of teachers

Impact Goals

Revitalize the teaching profession with dignity, security, and growth opportunities
Improve learning outcomes for students by investing in better-trained, motivated teachers
Reduce teacher attrition and burnout by creating sustainable and supportive work environments
Bridge the urban-rural quality gap in education through teacher empowerment
Make teaching a desirable and respected career path for future generations