SELECTION CRITERIA AND ELIGIBILITY FOR GHANA TEACHER PRIZE (GTP) 2024 (NON-TEACHING CATEGORY)

Eligibility

The Ghana Teacher Prize is open to all non-teaching staff currently working at pre-tertiary educational institutions (both public and private) and have been working for not less than five (5) years. 

Selection Criteria

The criteria for selecting the most outstanding non-teaching staff member who made the most significant contribution towards education delivery are as follows:

1. achieving demonstrable performances in operation of the individual staff member. These include:
2. works to job description.
3. submission of timely reports of institutions and other offices.
4. evidence of cost-saving activities and prudent use of resources.
5. punctuality, regularity and comportment.
6. efficiency and effectiveness in the institution.
7. Recognition of the staff’s achievements in the institution or office, for example, unique performances or an output that enables the institution to impact positively on the learners.
8. Helping the department in which the staff works to achieve its targets, for example, timely filing of documents in registries, procurement documentation, store management etc.
9. Commitment: Staff who are committed to work, personal development and positive behavior for the benefit of self and education in Ghana.
10. Achievements in the community beyond the institution or office that provide unique and distinguished models of excellence for the work the applicant does.

For example, recognition through community awards, talks, seminars, membership of local organisations and contributions in the media, with a focus on bringing the community into the school environment.

OTHER FACTORS FOR CONSIDERATION 

1. Professional Competence

This category of assessment includes academic/professional qualifications, workshops, seminars, provision of in-service training and evidence of quality delivery of service. The staff should be well informed especially about educational policies and issues.

2. Personality Factors

These include social, moral, emotional, emotional intelligence, role modeling to staff, students and the community.  

3. Service to the Community

This considers staff’s participation in the socio-economic development of the community.  Work experience in rural/urban settings. Support for the vulnerable is an added advantage.

4. Innovations and Creativity

This includes new ways or approaches to work, and the use of technology. The staff sets realistic expectations and demonstrates problem-solving abilities.

Nomination

Based on the above criteria, nomination of non-teaching staff is done by:

1. self
2. staff

• PTA/PA

1. community (students, alumni, traditional / religious leaders)
2. union