the code of ethics for professional teachers
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THE CODE OF ETHICS FOR PROFESSIONAL
TEACHERS
Pursuant to the provisions of paragraph (e), article II, of RA 7836, otherwise known as the “Philippine Teachers Professionalization Act of 1994” and paragraph (a) section 6 of PD 223, as amended, the Board of professional Teachers adopt and promulgates the “Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers.”
Preamble
Teachers are duly licensed professionals who possess dignity and reputation with high moral values as well as technical and professional competence. In the practice of their noble profession, they strictly adhere to, observe and practice this set of ethical and moral principals, standards, and values.
Article I (Scope and Limitation)
All educational institutions shall offer quality education for all Filipino citizens
This code shall apply to all teachers in all schools in the Philippines including persons performing supervisory and/or administrative functions.
Article II(The Teacher and
the State)
The schools are nurseries of the future citizens of the state
Each teacher is a trustee of the cultural and educational heritage of the nation
Under obligation to transmit to learners such heritage as well as elevate national morality, promote national pride, cultivate love of country, instill allegiance to the Constitution and respect for all duly constituted authorities, and promote obedience to the laws of the state
Article III(The Teacher and the Community)
The teacher as: An intellectual leader, initiator,
and implementor of projects A counselor An achiever And shall harmonious and
pleasant personal and official relations with other professionals, government officials and with the community
Article IV(The Teacher and
the Profession)
The teacher Shall maintain the
nobility and dignity of the teaching profession
Shall continue professional growth to improve efficiency
Article V(The Teacher and
the Teaching Community)
Emphasizes that the teacher shall be imbued with the spirit of professional loyalty, mutual confidence and faith in one another, self sacrifice for the common good, and full cooperation with colleagues
Article VI(The Teacher and the Higher Authorities in
the Profession)
It is the duty of every teacher to make an honest effort to understand and support the policies of the school administration
Refrain from transacting any business in all illegal manner
Article VII(School officials, Teachers
and Other Personnel)
All school officials, teachers and personnel shall show professional courtesy, helpfulness and sympathy to one another, and
Exhibit cooperative responsibility to formulate changes for the systems at all levels
Article VIII(The Teacher and the
Learner)
Discuss the rights and duties of a teacher to the learners
The first and foremost concern of the teacher is the recognition of the interest and welfare of the students
Deals with students impartially and justly
Article IX(The teacher and the
Parents)
The teacher shall: Establish and maintain cordial
relations with parents Inform term of the progress of
their children Seek their cooperation for
proper guidance of their children Hear parents’ complaints with
sympathy and understanding
Article X(The Teacher and
Business)
Legitimizes income-generating activities of the teachers that these do not adversely affect their work as teachers
Maintains good reputation with respect to financial matters
Article XI(The Teacher as
a Person)
Teachers shall maintain a dignified personality whether in school, in the home, or elsewhere which could serve as a model, worthy of emulation by learners, peers and others
Article XII(Disciplinary
Action)
Warns that any violation of any provisions of this code shall be sufficient ground for the imposition of disciplinary action, revocation of Certification of Registration and License as a professional teacher, suspension from teaching, reprimand, or cancellation of permit
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