Professionalism as an Educator

Part I: For each box below, use GCU format to cite a professional guideline that can be used to govern interaction between a teacher and the person listed. Refer to the resources in Topic 1 to support your examples. Each example should not exceed 25 words (excluding the reference).

Students

Students’ Families

Coworkers

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Sample answer: All gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgendered students will be treated with dignity and respect.

(Arizona Administrative Code [2015]. Title 7. Education, Article 13. Conduct – R7-2-1308- Unprofessional and Immoral Conduct. Retrieved October 1, 2015 from http://apps.azsos.gov/

public_ services/Title_

07/7-02.pdf )

Sample answer: When interacting with families of a diverse culture, act respectfully and build harmonious relationships through respectful communication.

(Grand Canyon University [2015]. COE Dispositions, Respect for the Diversity of Others. Retrieved October 1, 2015 from http://www.gcu.edu/College-of-Education/Resources/ Professional-Dispositions-of-Learners.php)

Sample answer: When in a disagreement with a fellow teacher, the conflict will be resolved privately, with civility and consistently with district policy.

(National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification. (n.d.). Model Code of Ethics for Educators (MCEE). Retrieved October 1, 2015 from http://www.nasdtec.net/?

Sample answer: When applying for a teaching position, the information shared in the resume and interview will be truthful and accurate.

(National Education Association [2015]. Code of Ethics. Retrieved October 1, 2015 from http://www.nea.org/home/ 30442.htm)

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Part II: Describe in 100-150 words, five areas where you possess strengths in professional demeanor.

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Part III: In 100-150 words, describe three areas where you could improve personally or professionally.

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Part IV: Explain in 100-150 words how behaving professionally effects the learning environment and promotes the well-being of students.