Professionalism
Standards of Practice for the Teaching Professio
"To inspire a shared vision for the teaching profession, to identify the values, knowledge and skills that are distinctive to the teaching profession, to guide the professional judgment and actions of the teaching profession, and to promote a common language that fosters an understanding of what it means to be a member of the teaching profession" (OCT, 2018).
Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession
"To inspire members to reflect and uphold the honour and dignity of the teaching profession, to identify the ethical responsibilities and commitments in the teaching profession, to guide ethical decisions and actions in the teaching profession, and to promote public trust and confidence in the teaching profession" (OCT, 2018).
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Care
compassion, acceptance, interest and insight for developing students' potential
express their commitment to students' well-being and learning through positive influence
professional judgment and empathy in practice
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Respect
trust and fair-mindedness
honour human dignity, emotional wellness and cognitive development
model respect for spiritual and cultural values, social justice, confidentiality, freedom, democracy and the environment
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Trust
fairness, openness and honesty
professional relationships with students, colleagues, parents, guardians and the public
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Integrity
honesty, reliability and moral action
continual reflection