From January 1, 2026, the 2025 Teachers' Law officially took effect with many major changes related to salaries, allowances, summer vacation regimes and position evaluation methods. Each teacher needs to grasp new points, adjust work and attitudes, thereby both protecting rights and fulfilling the mission in the context of innovation.
Clearly understand new rights and obligations
The Law on Teachers for the first time clearly defines the rights and responsibilities of teachers. Teachers are entitled to the highest salary in the public career salary scale, along with many types of preferential allowances according to regions, levels of education and job characteristics. In addition, the law stipulates a periodic health care regime, creating conditions for teachers to participate in professional training, research and international cooperation.
Along with the rights and obligations are also emphasized: ensuring professional standards, maintaining teacher ethics, absolutely not forcing students to take extra classes.
Ending classification I, II, III
From January 1, 2026, the classification system (I, II, III) will no longer apply. The assessment and ranking of titles will be based on assigned tasks, training level, as well as the level of education and level of education that teachers teach. This encourages teachers to focus on the quality of actual teaching, instead of chasing for grades and certificates.
Changes in working hours and summer vacation
A noteworthy point is that teachers will no longer have a fixed 8-week summer vacation as before. The working and rest time will be given detailed instructions by the Ministry of Education and Training in documents under the law. Teachers need to proactively monitor to arrange work and personal plans accordingly.
New allowance and support policy
The law expands many support policies, from allowances for teachers in remote areas to subsidies for teachers of illiteracy, inter-school or small school teaching. Specific subjects such as preschool teachers, integrative education, and gifted education also enjoy special incentives. Teachers in disadvantaged areas need to prepare documents to be promptly resolved when the law comes into effect.
Strictly manage extra teaching
The law does not absolutely prohibit extra teaching, but strictly prohibits the act of forcing students. Teachers need to review their tutoring activities to ensure compliance with regulations, avoid violations and maintain professional reputation.
Proactively study and nurture
In the transition period, proactive updating is a key factor. Teachers should participate in vocational training courses, carefully study the guiding documents, and practice technology skills and soft skills to meet modern teaching requirements.
