UNESCO EISS | NTP Implementation Monitoring Tool

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Monitoring Officer *

Date of Monitoring *

State *

LGA

Name of School / Institution *

School Type

Public Private

Level of Education

Teachers on Roll

M:F:

Learners Enrolled

M:F:

Respondent Highest Qualification

This section is directed at the Federal/State Ministry of Education, SUBEB. Questions assess governance structures, funding arrangements and institutional coordination required for effective NTP implementation.

Indicator	Yes	No
A1 Do the government and development partners collaborate in funding NTP implementation? *	Yes	No
A3 Is there a costed NTP implementation plan in place? * A costed plan includes budgeted activities, timelines and responsible agencies.	Yes	No
A4 Is there a budgetary provision for NTP implementation activities? * Confirm with official budget documents or approved work plans.	Yes	No
A5 Has the State adopted the NTP implementation guideline? * Request the State NTP guideline document or adoption letter.	Yes	No
A6 Is the NTP included in the State education sector plan (SESP)? * Verify by sighting the current SESP document.	Yes	No

A2 If development partners collaborate in NTP funding, list partners and their roles: *

List all partners (e.g. UNICEF, World Bank, UNESCO, bilateral donors) and specify each contribution.

Indicator	High	Medium	Low
A7 What is the overall level of funding for NTP implementation? Assess based on budget adequacy relative to the costed implementation plan.
A9 What is the overall level/stage of NTP policy implementation in this State? High = systematic implementation with monitoring; Medium = partial/uneven; Low = early stage/ad hoc.

A8 How many NTP Coordinating Committee meetings were held in the past 12 months? *

The NTP requires a State-level coordinating committee. Record the number of formal meetings held.

B1 How many teachers hold the minimum teaching qualification (NCE) or higher? *

Check TRCN registration certificates and qualification documents on-site.

Male:Female:

Indicator	1 Non-compliant	2 Partial	3 Mostly	4 Full
B2 The teacher education curriculum has been reviewed within the past 3–6 years (NTP Section 6.3.2).* Confirm date of last curriculum review with institutional records.	1	2	3	4
B3 Teacher preparation integrates digital literacy, 21st century skills and AI competencies (NTP Section 6.3.4). *	1	2	3	4
B4 The State has a demonstration/model school used for continuous practical training of teachers. Required under NTP Section 6.3.2 for all teacher education institutions. Number of demonstration schools:	1	2	3	4
B5 All teacher education programmes are registered, assessed and accredited by NCCE/NUC. Request accreditation certificates and most recent inspection reports.	1	2	3	4

Indicator	Yes	No
B6 All teacher education programmes are linked to current CPD programmes (NTP Section 6.3.2).	Yes	No
Does in-service training have any implication for teacher promotion?	Yes	No

B8 Number of teachers that have attended any in-service training in the past 5 years: *

Male: Female: Total: —

B9 Which CPD delivery modes are currently available? (Tick all that apply)

Induction & mentorship programme Subject association group meetings Conferences, seminars & workshops Teacher working groups / professional networks Digital Learning Platforms (e.g. Nigerian Learning Passport) Study tours and educational research activities

🏛 State/Director questions: C1–C2 assess system-level recruitment data held by SMoE/SUBEB.

🏫 School-level questions: C3–C7 are verified through direct observation and school records.

Indicator	1	2	3	4
C1 All teachers are certified and licensed by TRCN prior to employment. * Verify TRCN certificates for all teaching staff. (a) Qualified applicants in last recruitment M:F: (b) Certified applicants recruited this year M:F: (c) Certified teachers in TMIS M:F: (d) Certified teachers deployed to schools M:F:
C2 Recruitment was conducted through a transparent, advertised, merit-based process (NTP Section 6.4.1). *	1	2	3	4

Indicator	Yes	No
C3 The school is included in the centralised Digital EMIS maintained by FME or SMoE.	Yes	No
C4 Teacher-to-learner ratio meets the approved national standard. * Actual ratio observed:	Yes	No
C5 Teachers deployed have remained at their posting for a minimum of 3 years except where formally re-assigned (NTP Section 6.4.2). Sources to verify: (a) Digital EMIS (b) School head	Yes	No
C6 Rural/hardship incentives (15% of consolidated salary) are provided to eligible teachers. NTP Sections 6.4.2 and 6.5.3. Note: may vary depending on State resources.	Yes	No

C7 Any reported cases of non-certified / unlicensed teachers currently employed: *

M:F:

Indicator	1	2	3	4
D1 Teachers are paid on the approved consolidated salary scale based on qualification, experience and professional status. *	1	2	3	4

Indicator	Yes	No
D2 How consistent are salary payments? (no arrears exceeding one month). * Months in salary arrears (if any):	Yes	No
D3 Teachers performing extra duties receive approved additional allowances (NTP Sections 6.5.8–6.5.9). (a) Do teachers perform extra duties requiring additional allowances? If yes, clearly outline the tasks.	Yes	No

D4 Non-financial incentives available to teachers. (Tick all that apply)

Housing / accommodation allowance Health insurance coverage Paid study leave Maternity / paternity leave Transport allowance Award and recognition

Indicator	1	2	3	4
E1 The NTP Teaching Pathway (Beginner → Proficient → Mentor → Distinguished) has been implemented. * Request documentation of pathway framework and staff assignments.	1234
E2 Induction training was completed by all newly recruited teachers before full teaching duties. * Check induction registers and completion records.	1234
E3 Regularity of teacher professional development (in-service).	1234
E4 Regularity of promotion (every 3 years).	1234

Indicator	Yes	No
E5 All newly deployed teachers have been assigned a mentor for at least 2 years (NTP Section 6.3.3). Evidence of mentorship (form, register etc.)	Yes	No
E6 Mentors are formally prepared, supported and compensated for their mentorship role (NTP Section 6.3.3).	Yes	No

E7 Approximate distribution of teachers across career pathway levels at this school: *

Career Level	Beginner (0–5 yrs)	Proficient (6–10 yrs)	Mentor (11–15 yrs)	Distinguished (16+ yrs)
No. of Teachers (M/F)	M:F:	M:F:	M:F:	M:F:

Indicator	1	2	3	4
F1 A mandatory annual teacher performance appraisal is conducted using the TRCN Competency Assessment Framework. * Request copies of completed appraisal forms for current and prior year.	1234
F2 Teachers maintain up-to-date professional records (lesson plans, schemes of work, portfolios). * Spot-check records for a sample of at least 5 teachers.	1234

Indicator	Yes	No
F3 Teacher performance data is linked to the Digital EMIS (NTP Section 6.7.11).	Yes	No
F4 Is a teacher competency assessment framework available in the State? * Verify existence and currency of the framework document.	Yes	No
F5 If yes, is the teacher competency assessment framework being actively used and applied? Request evidence of its application in appraisals.	Yes	No
F6 Are there mechanisms for stakeholders (learners, parents, SBMC/community) to provide feedback on teacher performance?	Yes	No

F7 Teacher appraisals include all required components. (Tick all currently conducted)

Classroom observation Structured interviews with teachers Review of professional records (lesson plans, schemes of work, portfolios) Individual teacher annual work plan review Evidence of learner development and learning outcomes Feedback from learners, parents and community

Indicator	High	Medium	Low
F8 What is the level of parents/teachers/learners/community relationship at this school? Assess based on SBMC minutes, parent meetings, community engagement records.

Indicator

Yes

No

G1 The school head was appointed through an objective, transparent, merit-based process. *

Request appointment letter and confirm with SMoE records.

(a) Does the State have developed criteria for selection and appointment of school heads?	Yes	No
	Yes	No

Yes

No

G2 The school head has completed compulsory leadership CPD programmes (NTP Section 6.8.4).

Request CPD completion certificates.

Yes

No

G3 School leadership promotes gender equity, inclusion and teacher dignity in day-to-day management (NTP Section 6.8.12).

Seek qualitative feedback and observations from teachers.

Yes

No

G4 School leader appraisal covers all professional standard domains. (Tick all currently appraised)

(a) Promoting school improvement and innovation (b) Leading, teaching and learning (c) Developing self and others (d) Leading and managing the school (e) Engaging and working with the community

G5 Female teachers in leadership positions: *

Total leadership positions

Male leaders

Female leaders

% Female representation: —

G6 School leader status: *

NTP Section 6.8.7 requires acting leaders to be confirmed within 6 months.

Substantive leader in post

Acting — confirmed within 6 months

Acting — overdue, 6+ months

Indicator	1	2	3	4
H1 All teachers are aware of and have access to the TRCN Code of Professional Ethics/Conduct. * Check that the code of conduct is displayed or distributed to all staff.	1234
H2 TRCN practicing license renewal is current for all teachers. * Distinguish initial registration from annual renewal — verify renewal dates. Number of teachers holding current/valid TRCN practicing license: M:F:	1234

Indicator	Yes	No
H3 Are teachers holding current/valid TRCN practicing licenses? *	Yes	No
H4 Are issues of professional misconduct cases resolved in a timely manner?	Yes	No
H5 Are there incentives or recognition mechanisms for teachers who demonstrate exemplary professional conduct? *	Yes	No
H6 Are there any cases of professional misconduct in the past 12 months referred to the TRCN Teachers Investigation Panel (TIP/State Investigation Panel)? * NTP Section 6.9.5 requires referral to TIP in all 36 States and FCT.	Yes	No
H7 If Yes, have the cases been resolved? Check conduct investigation records.	Yes	No
H8 Has any evidence of examination malpractice involving teachers been reported? *	Yes	No

Indicator	Yes	No
I1 A gender & inclusion framework / policy is in place and being implemented (NTP Section 6.10.2). * Ask to sight the gender and inclusion policy document. (a) Does the school have an anti-GBV / environmental health club? Yes No (b) Is there a guidance counsellor in the school? Yes No (c) Is there an emergency response plan for the school? Yes No	Yes	No
I2 Adequate gender-separate WASH facilities are available for teachers (NTP Section 6.10.8). (a) How many gender-segregated toilet facilities are available? M:F:	Yes	No
I3 Anti-GBV (gender-based violence) policy is visible and known to all staff (NTP Section 6.10.6–6.10.7). * (a) Are there other guiding laws / mechanisms regulating teacher-learner interaction re. GBV? Yes No	Yes	No
I4 Anti-harassment and bullying policy is visible and known to all staff. * (a) Are there other guiding laws / mechanisms regulating teacher-learner interaction re. bullying and anti-harassment? Yes No	Yes	No
I5 Are appropriate accessibility provisions available for staff with disabilities? * Tick all that are available on the school premises: a) Braille materials b) Sign language interpretation c) Ramps d) Hearing aids	Yes	No
I6 Is this school in a crisis / conflict-affected zone requiring special teacher management arrangements? If yes, describe the crisis context and its effect on teacher management in the Observations box below.	Yes	No

I7 Number of teachers accessing mental health and psychosocial support programmes (NTP Section 6.10.3–6.10.4): *

Assess both availability and actual uptake/access by teachers.

M:F:

J1 Number of functional computers in the school:

J2 Availability of Internet service:

Yes No

Indicator	1	2	3	4
J3 Teachers are trained in digital pedagogy. Request training records, lesson plans and observe at least one lesson with digital integration.	1234
J4 Teachers are applying digital pedagogy in classroom instruction. *	1234
J5 Teachers have completed AI literacy training. Verify CPD records or completion certificates per NTP Section 6.3.4.	1234
J6 Teachers use AI to facilitate teaching and learning.	1234
J7 Teachers are actively using digital tools (devices, software, platforms) as part of regular lesson delivery. * Observe lessons and check scheme of work. Assess regularity, not just presence of equipment.	1234
J8 The school is enrolled in and actively using at least one approved digital learning platform. Confirm active account, login records and evidence of learner/teacher usage — not merely registration.	1234

J9 Enter figures available at time of visit:

Teachers trained in digital pedagogy

M:F:

Teachers trained in AI literacy

M:F:

Teachers using digital tools in lessons

M:F:

Indicator	Number	Quarterly	Biannual	Annual
K1 State monitoring visits conducted * NTP monitoring missions completed in the State during reporting period.
K2 State NTP implementation reports submitted *
K3 National NTP implementation report produced by FME National report issued by FME covering NTP implementation progress.

📊 Section Scores — Rating Scale Average

Aggregate (mean of sections) –

L1 Overall NTP compliance rating for this State/school: *

✓ Exemplary

Substantially Compliant

Partially Compliant

Non-Compliant

L2 Key strengths observed in NTP implementation: *

Describe 2–4 commendable practices directly aligned with NTP standards.

L3 Priority areas requiring improvement or urgent action: *

Reference specific NTP sections where possible.

L4 Specific recommendations to FME / SMoE / TRCN / School Management: *

List actionable recommendations with suggested timelines and responsible parties.

L5 Follow-up monitoring required within:

3 months (urgent)

6 months (standard)

12 months (routine)

None required

I hereby certify that the information recorded in this monitoring tool is accurate and based on direct observation, document review and interviews conducted during the State/school monitoring visit on the date stated above. I acknowledge that this record constitutes an official monitoring document under the National Teacher Policy (NTP) 2025, Federal Ministry of Education, Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Monitoring Officer (Print Name) *

Date Signed

National Teacher Policy (NTP) — Implementation Monitoring Tool

Monitoring Details

Section A | Governance & Financing of NTP Implementation

Section B | Teacher Education & Professional Preparation

Section C | Teacher Recruitment & Deployment

Section D | Teacher Remuneration & Incentives

Section E | Teacher Career Development Pathways

Section F | Teacher Standards & Accountability

Section G | School Leadership & Management

Section H | Teacher Professionalization & Conduct

Section I | Gender, Inclusion & Teacher Well-Being

Section J | Digital Competence & Innovation

Section K | Monitoring & Evaluation Framework

Section L | Overall Assessment & Monitoring Officer Recommendations

Declaration & Signatures

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