Agus Joyo Sutono, a contract-based government teacher at SD Dua Jati Kulon in Jati District, Kudus Regency, has been teaching for more than two decades. He recently expressed his appreciation for the improvements in the distribution of the Teacher Professional Allowance (TPG) under President Prabowo Subianto’s administration. Agus pointed out that the disbursement of TPG has become faster, more accurate, and transparent, making it more convenient for teachers nationwide to receive their allowances.
Teaching since 2003 and officially becoming a PPPK teacher in 2023, Agus considers his professional journey as a pivotal moment in terms of recognition and motivation to enhance his teaching quality. Despite receiving TPG since 2011, it was only this year that he observed a significant enhancement in the distribution system. The new mechanism of direct central transfers to teachers’ accounts has streamlined the process and improved efficiency, according to Agus.
Agus views the TPG not only as a financial incentive but also as a symbol of trust and state support for the teaching profession. He commended the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) and President Prabowo for the innovative policy that has simplified the distribution process. Aside from supporting his family, Agus also utilizes the TPG for his own education, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in primary school education.
In addition to personal use, Agus shows solidarity by assisting non-civil servant teaching staff and contributing to school activities using a portion of his TPG allowance. He believes that the new policy should become a consistent standard to bolster the welfare and professional work of dedicated teachers. Agus is hopeful that the TPG will continue to benefit teachers and contribute to the advancement of a better Indonesia.
