Alarming Mass Layoffs of Teachers Reported in SLEP Andalién Costa

Mario Aguilar, national president of the Teachers' College, stated, "Approximately 200 teachers are being discussed for dismissal, along with numerous hours that they aim to eliminate. This significantly affects pedagogy and student learning as it effectively leads to larger class sizes when, in reality, the opposite is needed during these times."

The Citizen

22/12/2025 4:33pm

Original article: Denuncian masivo despido de profesores en SLEP Andalién Costa

Educational communities within SLEP Andalién Costa, which includes the municipalities of Lota, Santa Juana, Coronel, and San Pedro de la Paz, are facing a dire situation following the announcement of 200 teacher layoffs and reductions in hours for many others.

This information was disclosed by Mario Aguilar Arévalo, the national president of the College of Teachers, who emphasized that these measures «directly impact Public Education and students’ learning.»