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Paraguay Teachers' Federation Warns of 15,000 Irregularly Employed Educators
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Paraguay Teachers' Federation Warns of 15,000 Irregularly Employed Educators

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Paraguayan Teachers' Federation (FEP) warns that approximately 15,000 teachers may be working under irregular contracts.
  • FEP President Silvio Piris expressed concern over the situation, highlighting potential issues with teacher stability and rights.
  • The federation is calling for a review and regularization of teaching positions across the country.

The Paraguayan Teachers' Federation (FEP) has issued a stark warning regarding the employment status of educators nationwide. Silvio Piris, the president of FEP, stated that an estimated 15,000 teachers could be working under irregular contracts, raising concerns about job security and professional rights within the education sector.

Piris emphasized that this situation affects the stability of the teaching profession and potentially impacts the quality of education. The federation is urging a comprehensive review of teaching positions to identify and rectify any irregularities. The call for regularization aims to ensure that all teachers have proper contracts and are afforded the rights and benefits associated with stable employment.

The FEP's announcement highlights ongoing challenges within Paraguay's education system, where ensuring consistent and fair employment for educators remains a priority. The federation plans to continue advocating for improved working conditions and contract regularity for teachers across the country.

There would be 15,000 irregular teachers.

— Silvio PirisThe FEP President stated the estimated number of teachers working under irregular contracts.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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