Question from a reader:
I am curious about the Public Service Law. Are teachers and staff really adhering to this law? Considering their responsibilities as public servants, their attentiveness during working hours, and the public interest, the law itself is commendable, but what is the reality?

Considering the Public Service Law and the Reality of Educators

The Public Service Law, especially
the parts concerning educators, is an important law that has a significant impact on our daily lives. However, there are various opinions regarding the question, “Are educators truly adhering to this law?” Today, I would like to delve into this topic while incorporating my own thoughts and experiences.

What is the Public Service Law?

First, let’s briefly review the Public Service Law. This law stipulates the duties and positions of national and local government employees, emphasizing their responsibilities as public servants. In other words, public servants must prioritize the public interest over personal gain. For example, educators play a crucial role in the education of children. Therefore, they need to maintain constant attentiveness during working hours and engage in education. As parents, we are also always concerned about the quality of education our children receive. This is why it is essential for educators to adhere to this law.

Are Educators Following the Law?

Now, regarding whether educators are actually following the Public Service Law, there are various perspectives. For instance, I have a friend who works as an elementary school teacher. According to him, “The daily workload is so busy that there is no room to think about the law.” Of course, this is just one opinion, but in reality, whether educators are conscious of the law while performing their duties can vary from case to case. There may be educators who struggle to maintain attentiveness during working hours and become distracted by personal matters. If this ultimately affects the education and performance of the children, it becomes a significant issue.

The Gap Between Law and Reality

Here, I would like to consider the gap between the law and reality. The Public Service Law is indeed a commendable law, but its implementation and adherence are not necessarily perfect. Fulfilling responsibilities as a public servant is not an easy task, especially in the educational field, where there is a lot of stress and pressure. As a parent myself, I sometimes participate in school events and parent-teacher meetings. During these times, I observe the attitudes and work ethic of educators, and sometimes I wonder, “Is this teacher really considering the children?” Educators are expected not only to comply with the law but also to have a sincere attitude toward the children, and whether they are achieving this is often something that can only be understood through direct interaction.

What is the Public Interest?

Let’s also consider the perspective of “public interest” emphasized by the Public Service Law. When educators follow the law and fulfill their responsibilities as public servants, it ultimately benefits the children and the local community. However, it is not easy to say how this benefit is reflected in the educational field. For example, I recently saw in the news that there was an incident at a school where a teacher provided inappropriate guidance to students. Given the recurrence of such issues, it is only natural to question, “Is the Public Service Law being followed?”

Personal Thoughts and Suggestions

In my personal opinion, while it is certainly important to adhere to the Public Service Law, educators need to be more aware of their roles and engage sincerely with the children. It is not just about the constraints of the law; taking pride in the profession of education ultimately leads to the public interest. Additionally, I believe it is important for the local community and parents to collaborate with educators and enhance awareness of education. For instance, by deepening communication with educators at parent meetings or community events, we can promote mutual understanding and improve the quality of education.

Conclusion

The Public Service Law is an important law for educators and is necessary for fulfilling their responsibilities as public servants. However, there are also realities that make it difficult to adhere to the law. I believe that not only compliance with the law but also a passionate and responsible attitude toward education leads to the public interest. If you have the opportunity to think about issues related to educators and education, I encourage you to form your own opinions and thoughts. For the educational field to improve, the thoughts and actions of each of us are indispensable.