Attachment 1
State of Oregon’s Guide to the Ethical Educator
584-020-0035 The ethical educator is a person who accepts the requirements of membership in the teaching profession and acts
at all times in ethical ways. In so doing, the ethical educator considers the needs of the students, the district, and the profession.
1. The ethical educator, in fulfilling obligations to the student, will:
(a) Keep the confidence entrusted in the profession as it relates to confidential information concerning a student and family
(b) Refrain from exploiting professional relationships with any student for personal gain, or in support of people or issues
(c) Maintain an appropriate professional student-teacher relationship by:
(1) Not demonstrating or expressing professionally inappropriate interest in a student’s personal life
(2) Not accepting or giving or exchanging romantic or overtly personal gifts or notes with a student
(3) Reporting to the educator’s supervisor if the educator has reason to believe a student is or may be becoming
romantically attached to the educator
2. The ethical educator, in fulfilling obligations to the district, will:
(a) Apply for, accept, offer, or assign a position of responsibility only on the basis of professional qualifications, and will
adhere to the conditions of a contract or the terms of the appointment
(b) Conduct professional business, including grievances, through established lawful and reasonable procedures
(c) Strive for continued improvement and professional growth
(d) Accept no gratuities or gifts of significance that could influence judgment in the exercise of professional duties
(e) Not use the district’s or school’s name, property, or resources for non-educational benefit without approval of the
educator’s supervisor or the appointing authority
3. The ethical educator, in fulfilling obligations to the profession, will:
(a) Maintain the dignity of the profession by respecting and obeying the law, exemplifying personal integrity and honesty
(b) Extend equal treatment to all members of the profession in the exercise of their professional rights and responsibilities
(c) Respond to requests for evaluation of colleagues and keep such information confidential as appropriate
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SIGNATURE DATE
Upon signing this form, candidates are verifying that they have read, reflected on the standards, and that they
are committed to upholding the standards as future administrators.
