DepEd Order No. 39, s. 2007, dated June 15, 2007, sets the modified Qualification Standards (QS) for Head Teachers and Principals in elementary and secondary schools. It puts into effect a modification approved by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) under Resolution No. 070520, dated March 19, 2007. It was signed by then Education Secretary Jesli A. Lapus.
Teachers who plan to apply for a Head Teacher or Principal position can use the tables below. They show the education, experience, training, and eligibility needed for each level.
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Key points
- The CSC approved further changes to the qualification standards for Head Teachers and Principals in elementary and secondary schools.
- The modified standards cover these positions:
- Elementary level: Head Teacher I to III and Principal I to IV
- Secondary level: Head Teacher I to VI and Principal I to IV
- The standards take effect immediately.
- Later appointees to these positions must meet the new standards. They are also subject to the guidelines on the selection and promotion of school heads. These guidelines include passing the Principalship test for those aspiring to Principal I positions.
- Any earlier issuances that conflict with this order are repealed or amended.
Who it covers
The order is addressed to Undersecretaries, Assistant Secretaries, Bureau Directors, Regional Directors, and Schools Division/City Superintendents. It applies to anyone appointed to a Head Teacher or Principal position after the order took effect.
Quick comparison
- Eligibility: All positions require RA 1080 (Teacher).
- Training: Principals need 40 hours of relevant training. Head Teachers need 24 hours.
- Education for principals: Principal I needs a bachelor’s degree in Elementary or Secondary Education, or a bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units. Principal II to IV also need 6 units of Management.
- Education for secondary head teachers: The bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units must come with an appropriate field of specialization.
- Experience for Principal I: Head Teacher for 1 year, Teacher-In-Charge for 2 years, Master Teacher for 2 years, or Teacher for 5 years.
Abbreviations used in the tables: HT means Head Teacher, TIC means Teacher-In-Charge, and MT means Master Teacher. SG is the salary grade.
Full text of DepEd Order No. 39, s. 2007
June 15, 2007
Modified Qualification Standards for the Positions of Head Teachers and Principals
To: Undersecretaries; Assistant Secretaries; Bureau Directors; Regional Directors; Schools Division/City Superintendents
- The Civil Service Commission (CSC), under Resolution No. 070520 dated March 19, 2007 has approved further modification to the Qualification Standards (QS) for Head Teachers and Principals in the elementary and secondary schools.
- The modified Qualification Standards for the positions of Head Teacher I to III and Principal I to IV (for elementary level); Head Teacher I to VI and Principal I to IV (for secondary level) of this Department shall take effect immediately.
- Subsequent appointees to said positions should meet the herein newly approved qualification standards, subject to the guidelines on selection and promotion of school heads, which include the passing of the Principalship test for aspirants to Principal I positions.
- All other existing issuances which are inconsistent herewith are deemed repealed or amended.
- For your guidance and compliance.
JESLI A. LAPUS
Secretary
Enclosure No. 1: Modified Qualification Standards for Principals
Principals in elementary schools
| Position | SG | Level | Education | Experience | Training | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal I | 18 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units | HT for 1 year; or TIC for 2 years; or MT for 2 years; or Teacher for 5 years | 40 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Principal II | 19 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units + 6 units of Management | 1 year as Principal | 40 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Principal III | 20 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units + 6 units of Management | 2 years as Principal | 40 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Principal IV | 21 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units + 6 units of Management | 3 years as Principal | 40 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
Principals in secondary schools
| Position | SG | Level | Education | Experience | Training | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal I | 18 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units | HT for 1 year; or TIC for 2 years; or MT for 2 years; or Teacher for 5 years | 40 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Principal II | 19 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units + 6 units of Management | 1 year as Principal | 40 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Principal III | 20 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units + 6 units of Management | 2 years as Principal | 40 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Principal IV | 21 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units + 6 units of Management | 3 years as Principal | 40 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
Modified Qualification Standards for Head Teachers
Head teachers in elementary schools
| Position | SG | Level | Education | Experience | Training | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Teacher I | 13 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units | TIC for 1 year; or Teacher for 3 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Head Teacher II | 14 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units | HT for 1 year; or TIC for 1 year; or Teacher for 4 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Head Teacher III | 15 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units | HT for 2 years; or TIC for 2 years; or Teacher for 5 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
Head teachers in secondary schools
| Position | SG | Level | Education | Experience | Training | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Teacher I | 13 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units with appropriate field of specialization | TIC for 1 year; or Teacher for 3 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Head Teacher II | 14 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units with appropriate field of specialization | HT for 1 year; or Teacher for 4 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Head Teacher III | 15 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units with appropriate field of specialization | HT for 2 years; or Teacher for 5 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Head Teacher IV | 16 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units with appropriate field of specialization | HT for 3 years; or MT for 2 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Head Teacher V | 17 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units with appropriate field of specialization | HT for 4 years; or MT for 3 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
| Head Teacher VI | 18 | 2 | Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education; or Bachelor’s degree with 18 professional education units with appropriate field of specialization | HT for 5 years; or MT for 4 years | 24 hours of relevant training | RA 1080 (Teacher) |
Frequently asked questions
When did DepEd Order No. 39, s. 2007 take effect?
The order is dated June 15, 2007. It states that the modified qualification standards take effect immediately.
Do I need to pass a test to become Principal I?
Yes. The order says appointees are subject to the guidelines on selection and promotion of school heads. These guidelines include passing the Principalship test for aspirants to Principal I positions.
What experience is required for Principal I?
You need one of the following: 1 year as Head Teacher, 2 years as Teacher-In-Charge, 2 years as Master Teacher, or 5 years as a Teacher. This applies to both elementary and secondary schools.
How many hours of training do head teachers and principals need?
Principal I to IV need 40 hours of relevant training. Head Teacher positions need 24 hours of relevant training.
What eligibility is required for these positions?
Every Head Teacher and Principal position in the order requires RA 1080 (Teacher) eligibility.
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