Annual Report 2024 - Flipbook - Page 16
Funding Schemes Addressing Language Teacher Shortages
3 MFL Teachers Upskilled
Action 1.B.1
3 Teachers Registered with Teaching Council
Overview:
PPLI manages funding schemes to address the current shortage of qualified language teachers in Ireland. The
MFL Teacher Upskilling Scheme provides an opportunity for MFL teachers to upskill in a language they are
qualified in but not currently teaching or not teaching to full capacity. With language upskilling, the teacher
may be able to introduce the language in their school or increase its provision within the school.
The Teaching Council Criteria Shortfall Funding Scheme provides funding to teachers who are missing a small
number of credits, to assist them in fulfilling Teaching Council criteria for registration as language teachers in
Ireland.
Main aims:
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Increase the number and capacity of qualified and registered language teachers in Ireland
•
The MFL Teacher Upskilling Scheme: Activate existing qualified capacity in schools and facilitate the
introduction of a new language or expansion of a language subject in schools
•
Teaching Council Criteria Shortfall Funding Scheme: Facilitate teachers to qualify for registration with the
Teaching Council
Activity:
MFL Teacher Upskilling Scheme
In total 79 applications have been approved for funding since the beginning of the scheme in 2018. In 2024
three teachers availed of upskilling opportunities under the scheme. The scheme is open to applications on
an on-going basis.
Impact:
The benefits for the schools involved include ability to introduce a new language, and development of
additional teaching capacity. Teachers who have availed of an upskilling course have rated gaining
confidence as the most valued outcome.
‘I'll be returning to school
in Sept ready to take our new
‘Helped me go
subject into its second year with
into Sept with confidence
increased confidence and credibility
launching the LC programme
having recent experience in the TL
at my school.’
country. A fantastic opportunity
from start to end.’
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