Teacher Nim Returns to Old School With 400,000 Baht Compensation

On July 2, Education Minister Prasert Chantharuvongthong announced a resolution to the case of an error in the 2026 teacher recruitment exam results under the Basic Education Commission. Teacher Cha Nattada Worsahan, known as 'Teacher Nim,' who had passed the exam, filed a request for fair review and examination of the testing process.

Following meetings between the Education Ministry, Basic Education Commission, Suan Dusit University, and Teacher Nim with her family, a resolution was reached. Teacher Nim has accepted an offer to return as a contract teacher of physics at Khao Wong Withayakan School in Khao Wong District, Kalasin Province—her hometown where she previously studied.

The school welcomed her immediately, as it currently lacks physics teachers. "The negotiations concluded positively," said Minister Prasert. "She was happy to return to her home school, and the school was eager to hire her due to the shortage of physics instructors. She will also be able to care for her mother. Additionally, Suan Dusit University has taken responsibility by providing 400,000 baht in compensation as encouragement, acknowledging the error and committing to system improvements."

The Basic Education Commission secretary-general expressed support and encouraged Teacher Nim to become an exemplary educator. Professor Sukhum Chaleytrap of Suan Dusit University confirmed the error was a technical administrative mistake with no fraud involved, and stated the university will review procedures to prevent recurrence.

Teacher Nim thanked all parties involved and expressed her intention to return to teaching and develop students in her hometown, while caring for her mother. She hopes her case will serve as a lesson for improving Thailand's teacher examination system.