Page 5 - Professional Advisory Safety in Learning Environments: A Shared Responsibility

Disciplinary implications
Under the professional misconduct regulation, members can be found guilty
of professional misconduct if they abuse a student verbally, physically, psychologically, emotionally or sexually. Failing to adequately supervise and failing to comply with duties under the Child and Family Services Act are also considered under the regulation to be acts of professional misconduct.
The responsibility of Ontario Certified Teachers for student safety extends to
their treatment of students during daily interactions. As a professional, it is your responsibility to always model behaviour that aligns with the Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession and the Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession and that promotes safe learning environments for students.
Not following the advice contained in the professional advisory could lead to issues of professional misconduct.
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