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Educational Professional Ethics Compliance

Knowledge of national and state codes for educational professional ethics; ability to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations and comply with regulations.

Behavior Statements

Proficiency Level 1 - Basic understanding

Cites the basic concepts and principles of educational professional ethics.

Lists common breaches in educational professional ethics codes.

Explains the potential risks in the failure to comply with professional ethics in education.

Locates resources that can help teachers understand educational professional ethics requirements.

Adheres to educational ethics and professional conduct in teaching and other related activities.

Proficiency Level 2 - Working experience

Follows standard processes for handling breaches in educational professional ethics.

Researches and documents ethical and professional examples in teaching and other educational behaviors.

Assists in the implementation of ethical codes of conduct in educational behaviors and activities.

Defines illegal and unethical conduct in fellow members of the educational profession.

Oversees compliance with educational ethics and professional conduct in various situations.

Proficiency Level 3 - Extensive experience

Coaches juniors on the laws and regulations related to the ethics of education.

Recommends solutions for correcting illegal and unethical conduct in the education profession.

Coordinates with teachers, parents, students and other education personnel to promote a high quality educational ethical environment.

Consults on the research and delivery of ethical behavior in education.

Provides insight into evaluating ethical dilemmas of students and education personnel.

Proficiency Level 4 - Subject matter depth and breadth

Mediates with local educational authorities on educational professional ethics compliance.

Elaborates on emerging issues and best practices in educational professional ethics compliance.

Promotes positive, fair and ethical practices among educators.

Leads discussions and answers complex questions regarding ethical behaviors in the relationship between students and teachers.

Establishes organizational ethical standards and professional codes for educators.

Develops a theoretical background of educational professional ethics compliance and presents research to others.

Interview Questions

  • Please give some examples of illegal and unethical conduct in the education profession.
  • What are standard processes for handling breaches in educational professional ethics?
  • What kinds of problems have you or your colleagues encountered while maintaining professional relationships with students?
  • How did you resolve any racism, bias or discrimination that occurred in the educational setting?
  • Please list describe some laws and regulations related to or affecting the profession of education.

Titles with Shared Competencies