CODE OF ETHICS FOR TEACHERS

CODE OF ETHICS FOR TEACHER

The teaching profession has an expectation of high standards of ethical behavior from its members. When a teacher enters into the profession, he assumes the obligation to conduct himself in accordance with the ideals of the profession. A teacher is constantly under the scrutiny of his students and the society at large. Therefore, every teacher should see that there is no incompatibility between his precepts and practice. 

       The following is a list of professional ethics to which teachers are expected to adhere:

• Teacher should stick on to a responsible pattern of conduct and demeanor expected of them by the community.
• The teacher shall not use professional relationship with  pupils for private advantages. 
• Teacher should manage their private affair in a manner consistent with the dignity of the profession. 
• They should seek to make professional growth continuous through study and research.
• The teacher should refrain from allowing consideration of caste, creed, religion, race or sex in their professional endeavor. 
• The teacher should treat colleagues and associates with respect, working with them co-operatively and collegially to promote students learning. 
• A teacher shall establish and maintain cordial relations with parents, and shall conduct himself to merit their confidence and respect.
• A teacher shall place premium upon self respect and self discipline as the principle of personal behavior in all relationships with others and in all situations.
• A teacher should act as with impartiality, truthfulness and honesty.
• The teacher should no use institutional or professional privileges for personal or partisan advantage.
• The professional educator honestly accounts for all funds committed to his charge.
• The teacher should not willfully make false statements about a colleague or the school system.
• He should refrain from inciting students against othe students, colleagues or administration.
• The teacher should refrain from undertaking any other employment and commitment including private tutions and coaching classes which are likely to interfere with their professional responsibilities.
• Teacher should refrain from activities which tend to promote feeling of hatred among different communities, religions or linguistic groups.