Understand and apply the key principles described in codes of ethics and conduct for the teaching profession.

This page provides evidence for meeting Standard 7 (specifically sub-standard 7.1) at a graduate level.

These artefacts are my Mentor report comments that demonstrate my professionalism as described in codes of ethics and conduct for the teaching profession. I selected these particular artefacts as they reflect my identity and actions as a teacher which are consistent with the goals, values and principles outlined in the Code of Ethics (Teachers Code of Professional Practice, 2008).

I learnt that to achieve high-level outcomes for my students, my conduct must reflect my belief in the ethical obligation of efficiency and effectiveness for quality teaching. I have also learnt that ethical principles are fundamental to good professional practice to ensure the right decision is made in difficult situations and within the spirit of the law (Whitton et al., 2016). This artefact exemplifies the 7.1 AITSL standard as a teacher I have shown that I am accountable for my actions and proven that my ethical obligations will always apply.

To improve this area to move towards the next career stage I believe that it is not only my obligation to stick to the principles of the Code but having awareness of circumstances surrounding social and cultural factors and the effects of my behaviour and decisions.

Mentor feedback

“Jessica has maintained professional throughout every interaction in her Professional Experience placement. She interacts with maturity, confidence and draws on her vast experience working in the private sector. Jessica is always punctual and organised.”

Julie Renwick - Year 4 Teacher, Terrey Hills Primary School

“Jessica is a professional and capable teacher. She turns up each day with lessons fully planned and resources prepared in advance. of the lesson. She engages with the class in a friendly and professional manner and receives feedback willingly, putting into place any recommendations for improvement into the next lesson.”

Laura Somers - Year 5 Teacher, Oxford Falls Grammar

• Descriptive title of the artefact: Mentor Feedback comments
• Performance standard documented by the artefact: 7.1 Meet professional Ethics and Responsibilities
• Date created: 20/08/2020
• Who created the artefact: Julie Renwick
• A brief description of the context in which the artefact was used: Professional Experience 1 Assessment Form completed by Mentor

• Descriptive title of the artefact: Mentor Feedback comments
• Performance standard documented by the artefact: 7.1 Meet professional Ethics and Responsibilities
• Date created: 25/05/2021
• Who created the artefact: Laura Somers
• A brief description of the context in which the artefact was used: Professional Experience 3 Assessment Form completed by Mentor

References

 Department of Education and Training. (2008) Teachers Code of Professional Practice. http://www.det.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/17692/TeachersCode_ofProfessionalPractice.pdf

Whitton, D., Barker, K., Nosworthy, M., Humphries, J., & Sinclair, C. (2016). Learning for teaching: Teaching for learning (3^rd ed.). Cengage Learning Australia.