Sample Code of Conduct for Teachers

CODE OF CONDUCT

DAILY OPERATIONAL PROCEDURE / STAFF CONDUCT

1. School Hours
   • School hours are from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
   • Members of staff must be present on the school premises throughout this period every day.
   • Assembly and attendance registration occur between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
   • Classes begin at 8:30 AM.
   • Teachers/Helpers on duty must remain on the school premises until 4:00 PM to maintain discipline and ensure all pupils are picked up.
2. Absence from School Premises
   • Absence from the school premises must be approved in writing by the Head Mistress or HM Assistant.
   • A pass must be obtained before leaving the premises.
3. Permission for Absence
   • Express permission for absence must be obtained in writing at least two days prior to the intended time off.
   • Frequent lateness to work will result in a query and potential suspension.
4. Illness and Emergencies
   • In case of illness, a doctor’s report must be presented to the Head Teacher or Assistant Head Teacher within 24 hours.
   • For maternity leave, a request must be submitted at least two weeks before delivery.
5. Visitors and Communication
   • Visitors (other than parents/guardians) will not be entertained during school hours or on the school premises unless permitted by the Head Teacher or Assistant Head Teacher.
   • Phone calls are not allowed during school hours. Teachers should not engage in private work during school hours.
   • Any communication with parents/guardians must be approved by the Head Teacher or Assistant Head Teacher.
6. Discipline
   • Teachers are responsible for enforcing discipline in their classes and on the school premises at all times.
7. Enforcement of Discipline
   • All staff, especially teachers, must ensure that pupils adhere to the school code of conduct and dress code.
   • Corporal punishment will only be applied in extreme cases and with express permission and supervision from the School Administration (Head Mistress and Assistant).
8. Teaching Environment
   • Teaching must be conducted in a clean and tidy environment at all times.
9. Interaction with Parents/Guardians
   • Parents/guardians must be treated with great courtesy, honesty, and firmness at all times.
   • Parents/pickers/guardians MUST SIGN the Pickers Form every day in the presence of the Class Teacher before pupils are released to them.
10. Parents Visiting Day (P.V.D.)
    • Teachers must be present to attend to parents during P.V.D. (Parents Visiting Day/Open Day).
    • Teachers must be as helpful and positive as possible. All pupils’ records must be made available during P.V.D./Open Day.
11. Class Time Interaction
    • Parents must be attended to outside of class hours. Teachers should not engage with parents during class time.
12. Record Keeping
    • All class work, pop quizzes, and assignments must be promptly graded and recorded.
    • Teachers must fill in records daily for class work, assignments, etc.
13. Lesson Notes and Records
    • Lesson notes and other essential records must be completed and submitted to the Assistant Head Mistress for vetting at the end of the week.
14. Preparation of Lesson Notes
    • Lesson notes must be ready by Friday for vetting before the commencement of teaching on Monday.
15. Staff Relationships
    • Relationships among all staff must be cordial, polite, honest, and conducted with the utmost courtesy.
16. Staff Expectations
    • Diligence, dedication to duty, commitment, and selfless service toward achieving the school’s vision are expected from all staff.
17. Identification
    • Staff members must wear identity cards on the school premises.
18. Gross Misconduct
    • All cases of pupils’ gross misconduct must be referred to the Disciplinary Committee, headed by the Assistant Head Mistress.
19. Supervision on Playground
    • Teachers must stay with the pupils on the playground to monitor their activities.
20. Teaching Aids and Assistance
    • Class lessons must be conducted with teaching aids as much as possible. Assistance should be provided to pupils based on their needs.
21. Pupil Meals
    • Arrangements for pupils’ meals (lunch) should be made before break periods, and their snacks should be provided on time.
22. Playgroup Supervision
    • The Helper/Assistant Class Teacher should supervise the playgroup pupils before they are picked up.
23. Dress Code
    • All staff must adhere to the school dress code.
24. Instructional Conduct
    • Teachers should follow all instructions from the Head Teacher and Assistant Head Teacher.
25. Payment Records
    • All records of payments must be accurately documented by the Account Officer.

Staff Name:____________
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