Subject teachers shortage hits rural schools
Summary
Rural schools in districts like Gulmi, Kapilvastu, and Kalikot face chronic shortages of qualified mathematics, science, and English teachers, severely impacting education quality.
Key Points
- Musikot Municipality in Gulmi has unsuccessfully issued 15 vacancy announcements for secondary-level mathematics teachers under a federal grant programme.
- Many rural schools repeatedly advertise for science and math teachers but receive no applicants, forcing lower secondary teachers to cover higher grades.
- Qualified subject teachers avoid remote postings due to licensing requirements and preference for urban or government jobs, leading to unused federal grants in some schools.
- Teacher recruitment exams show low pass rates for science, mathematics, and English, contributing to the shortage and instability as hired teachers often shift to other government services.
