Section 24 of The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009
- (1)A teacher appointed under sub-section (1) of section 23 shall perform the following duties, namely:--
- (a)maintain regularity and punctuality in attending school;
- (b)conduct and complete the curriculum in accordance with the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 29;
- (c)complete entire curriculum within the specified time;
- (d)assess the learning ability of each child and accordingly supplement additional instructions, if any, as required;
- (e)hold regular meetings with parents and guardians and apprise them about the regularity in attendance, ability to learn, progress made in learning and any other relevant information about the child; and
- (f)perform such other duties as may be prescribed.
- (2)A teacher committing default in performance of duties specified in sub-section (1), shall be liable to disciplinary action under the service rules applicable to him or her: Provided that before taking such disciplinary action, reasonable opportunity of being heard shall be afforded to such teacher.
- (3)The grievances, if any, of the teacher shall be redressed in such manner as may be prescribed. STATE AMENDMENT Rajasthan Amendment of section 24, Central Act No. 35 of 2009.-In clause (d) of sub-section (1) of section 24 of the principal Act, for the existing expression “as required”, the expression “required for achieving class appropriate learning level” shall be substituted. [Vide Rajasthan Act 32 of 2017, s. 5.]
Summary
- Section 24 of the Right to Education Act lists the primary duties that every school teacher must perform.
- Teachers must be regular and punctual in attending school and must complete the school curriculum within the specified time.
- Teachers must assess each child's learning ability and provide additional instruction as needed to help them learn.
- Teachers must hold regular meetings to update parents and guardians on their child's attendance, learning progress, and behaviour.
- Teachers who fail to perform these duties face disciplinary action under their service rules after a fair hearing.
- The law also requires a system to address and resolve the personal grievances and complaints of teachers.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What are the daily duties of a teacher under Section 24 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009?
Under Section 24 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, a teacher's duties include being regular and punctual, completing the curriculum on time, assessing each child's learning, and meeting regularly with parents.
2. Can a teacher be punished immediately for not performing their duties under Section 24 of the Right to Education Act?
Under Section 24 of the Right to Education Act, a teacher cannot be punished immediately, they must first be given a reasonable opportunity to be heard before any disciplinary action is taken.
3. How does a teacher update parents about their child's progress under Section 24 of the education law?
Under Section 24 of the education law, a teacher must hold regular meetings with parents and guardians to share updates about the child's attendance, ability to learn, progress, and other relevant information.
4. What happens if a teacher has a personal complaint or issue under Section 24 of the Right to Education Act?
Under Section 24 of the Right to Education Act, any teacher grievances or complaints must be redressed and resolved in the specific manner decided by the government's rules.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 24 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, which of the following is NOT explicitly listed as a duty of a school teacher?
Q2.Under Section 24 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, what must be done before taking disciplinary action against a teacher who defaults on their duties?
Q3.Under Section 23 and Section 24 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, which teachers are bound to perform the duties listed in Section 24?
Q4.Under Section 24 of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, how should a teacher handle a child who has difficulty keeping up with the class?