The Teacher Employment Agreement is a specialized employment contract designed for educational institutions in Malta to engage teaching professionals in compliance with local employment and education laws. This document is essential when hiring new teachers or formalizing existing teaching arrangements, providing a comprehensive framework that outlines employment terms, teaching responsibilities, professional development requirements, and institutional policies. The agreement ensures compliance with Malta's Employment and Industrial Relations Act, Education Act, and other relevant legislation while incorporating specific requirements from the Malta Council for the Teaching Profession. It is adaptable for various educational settings, from primary schools to higher education institutions, and can be customized based on the specific role, whether for full-time, part-time, or specialized teaching positions.

1. Parties: Identification of the educational institution as employer and the teacher as employee, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context of the agreement, including the institution's need for a teacher and the teacher's qualifications

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Academic Year', 'Teaching Hours', 'Contact Hours', etc.

4. Appointment and Term: Nature of employment (fixed-term/indefinite), start date, and probationary period if applicable

5. Duties and Responsibilities: Core teaching duties, administrative responsibilities, and professional obligations

6. Working Hours and Schedule: Teaching hours, non-contact time, meeting attendance, and general working schedule

7. Remuneration: Salary, payment schedule, allowances, and any performance-related increments

8. Benefits and Leave Entitlement: Holiday entitlement, sick leave, study leave, and other benefits

9. Professional Development: Requirements for continuing education and professional development

10. Code of Conduct: Expected behavioral standards and professional ethics

11. Confidentiality: Obligations regarding student, parent, and institutional confidential information

12. Data Protection: Obligations under GDPR and local data protection laws

13. Health and Safety: Compliance with health and safety regulations and specific school policies

14. Termination: Conditions and procedures for contract termination by either party

15. General Provisions: Standard clauses including governing law, amendments, and entire agreement