Publication date: 03.06.2024
Lawyer, graduated from the National University "Odesa Law Academy" with honors. Since 2017, I have been specializing in legal and educational and general legal issues. I am the author of legal articles, scientific publications and articles in the educational environment. Mentor of the "Veritas" legal clinic. The owner of the legal blog "Educational_law_ua" on Instagram.
The educational process is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon, which includes the interaction of numerous subjects, each of which performs its unique role. According to Ukrainian legislation, the main participants of the educational process are pupils (students), teaching staff, parents (or persons replacing them), the administration of educational institutions, as well as other employees who ensure the organization of the educational process. In this article, we will consider the legal status and functions of each of these categories of participants in the educational process.
Pupils (students)
Pupils and students are the central figures of the educational process. They have a number of rights that ensure their access to quality education, as well as duties that contribute to the maintenance of discipline and order in the educational institution.
The rights of pupils and students:
The right to education: The Constitution of Ukraine and the Law of Ukraine "On Education" guarantee the right to free and accessible education.
The right to choose the form of education: Students have the opportunity to choose between different forms of education - full-time, part-time, distance, etc.
The right to safe learning conditions: The administration of educational institutions is obliged to ensure the safety and health of students.
The right to participate in the management of an educational institution: Students can participate in the activities of self-governing bodies of educational institutions.
Duties of pupils and students:
Compliance with the rules of the internal procedure: Students are obliged to comply with the established rules of conduct and study regime.
Conscientiousness: Students are expected to follow the curriculum, including attending classes and doing homework.
Pedagogical workers
Pedagogical workers are key figures in the educational process, on whom the quality of education depends. They are responsible for organizing the educational process and educating students.
The rights of teaching staff:
The right to professional development: Teachers have the right to professional development, participation in seminars, conferences, as well as postgraduate studies.
The right to protection of professional honor and dignity: The legislation provides for the protection of teachers from any form of discrimination, violence and insults.
The right to pay and social guarantees: Teachers have the right to a decent salary, as well as social benefits and guarantees.
Responsibilities of teaching staff:
Compliance with ethical standards: Teachers are obliged to comply with professional ethics, respect the rights and dignity of students.
Ensuring quality education: Pedagogical workers must ensure the implementation of educational programs, using modern teaching methods.
Educational work: They are also responsible for educating students, forming moral values and citizenship in them.
Parents (or persons replacing them)
Parents play an important role in the educational process, as they are the first educators of their children and actively influence their development and learning.
Parental rights:
The right to choose an educational institution: Parents have the right to choose an educational institution for their children that best meets their needs and capabilities.The right to participate in school life: Parents can participate in the work of parents' committees, boards of trustees, as well as in self-governing bodies of educational institutions.
The right to receive information about the academic performance and behavior of children: Parents have the right to know about the successes and problems of their children in education and upbringing.
Responsibilities of parents:
Provision of conditions for education: Parents are obliged to provide their children with conditions for education, including proper living conditions and educational materials.
Assistance in upbringing and development: They should promote the upbringing of children, support them in learning and development, cooperate with teachers.
Administration of educational institutions
The administration of educational institutions is responsible for the organization and functioning of the educational process at the local level. It provides the material and technical base, coordinates the work of the teaching staff and is responsible for the implementation of educational programs.
Administration rights:
The right to manage the institution: The administration has the right to make decisions regarding the organization of the educational process, the distribution of study hours, and the appointment of teaching staff.
The right to interact with authorities: the Administration can interact with state and local authorities on issues of financing, material and technical support and other issues related to educational activities.
Duties of administration:
Ensuring the quality of education: The administration is responsible for the implementation of educational plans and programs, control over the quality of education, creation of favorable conditions for education and upbringing of students.
Ensuring safety: It is obliged to ensure safe conditions for the stay of students and employees in the educational institution, compliance with sanitary and hygienic norms and fire safety rules.
Ensuring the professional development of teachers: The administration should promote the professional development of teaching staff, organize advanced training courses, seminars and trainings.
Other employees of educational institutions
This category includes technical staff, medical workers, psychologists and other specialists who ensure the functioning of the educational institution and support of participants in the educational process.Rights of other employees:
Right to decent working conditions: They have the right to safe working conditions, decent wages and social security.
The right to professional development: Like teachers, other employees have the right to professional development and professional development.
Duties of other employees:
Providing support for the educational process: Technical staff, medical workers and psychologists are obliged to provide appropriate conditions for training, support for the health and psychological comfort of students.
Adherence to professional standards: They must adhere to professional standards in their work, ensure the quality of services provided.
Conclusion
The legal analysis of the situation suggests that the educational process is a complex system of interaction of various participants, each of which performs its unique function. This written consultation and analysis of documents indicate that the interaction of students, teachers, parents, administration and other employees ensures the effectiveness of education and upbringing, contributes to the formation of a comprehensively developed personality. Understanding the legal status and responsibilities of each participant is important to ensure the harmonious and efficient operation of education. So, if YOU need a lawyer's consultation or a lawyer's consultation online, contact the specialists of UM "Consultant".
