By: Figo Mansaray | Contributing Writer
Monrovia, Liberia |May 16, 2026 |The Ministry of Education says it is moving ahead with plans to fully operationalize Liberia’s teacher licensing system as part of efforts to improve standards and professionalism within the country’s education sector.
Speaking during an interview with journalists, Education Minister Jarso Manley Jallah explained that teacher licensing is already included in Liberia’s Education Act, but has not been fully implemented over the years.
According to Minister Jallah, many countries around the world require professionals in sectors such as health and education to obtain licenses before entering the workforce, and Liberia is now working to apply the same standard to teachers.
She noted that the licensing process is intended to strengthen professionalism within the education sector and increase public respect for teachers across the country.
The Education Minister explained that the system will also create a structured career pathway for educators, allowing teachers to grow professionally over time.
Under the proposed system, teachers will begin at entry-level positions and gradually advance to proficient and expert levels based on experience and performance.
Minister Jallah stressed that the initiative is aimed at changing the perception of teaching in Liberia by establishing it as a respected and recognized profession.
She clarified that the teacher licensing program is not a new policy, but rather the implementation of existing provisions already contained in Liberia’s Education Act.
According to the Minister, the Ministry of Education is now taking practical steps to ensure the licensing system becomes fully operational as part of wider education reforms.
Many educators and stakeholders believe the initiative could help improve the quality of teaching, promote accountability, and strengthen the country’s education system for future generations.
