How would you respond to a violation of Standard 3.2 of the TAC Chapter 247 Educators' Code of Ethics?
(B) Standard 3.2. The educator shall not intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly
treat a student or minor in a manner that adversely affects or endangers the
learning, physical health, mental health, or safety of the student or minor.
Violation
of Standard 3.2 can have several consequences.
The educator can be reported to Child Protective Services (CPS),
written-up by administration, investigated by the district, disrespected by
colleagues and community members, arrested, and lose their certification.
As an administrator, I would have a face-to-face
meeting with the teacher who has violated Standard 3.2. I would listen to other teachers’ concerns
regarding what they have witnessed the violator do or say. I would also formally and informally observe
the teacher more often. If the violation
continued, I would offer opportunities for classroom management professional
development. All of my efforts and
responses would be properly documented for future use; because I have heard
some administrators use the excuse of improper documentation for not being able
to get rid-off unethical employees.
