- From GTC Scotland -
- Promoting Social Justice
Embracing locally and globally the educational and social values of sustainability, equality and justice and recognising the rights and responsibilities of future as well as current generations
Committing to the principles of democracy and social justice through fair, transparent, inclusive and sustainable policies and practices in relation to: age, gender and gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion and belief and sexual orientation
Valuing as well as respecting social, cultural and ecological diversity and promoting the principles and practices of local and global citizenship for all learners
Demonstrating a commitment to engaging learners in real world issues to enhance learning experiences and outcomes and to encourage learning out way to a better future
Respecting the rights of all learners as outlined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and their entitlement to be included in decisions regarding their learning experiences and have all aspects of their well-being developed and supported
- Integrity
Demonstrating openness, honesty, courage and wisdom
Critically examining personal and professional attitudes and beliefs and challenging assumptions and professional practice
Critically examining personal and professional attitudes and beliefs, values and practices to effect improvements and, when appropriate, being out transformative change in practice
- Trust and Respect
Acting and behaving in ways that develop a culture of trust and respect through, for example, being trusting and respectful of others within the school, and with all those involved in influencing the lives of learners in and beyond the learning community
Providing and ensuring a safe and secure environment for all learners within a caring and compassionate ethos and with an understanding or wellbeing
Demonstrating a commitment to motivating and inspiring learners, acknowledging their social and economic context, individually and specific learning needs and taking into consideration barriers to learning
- Professional Commitment
Engaging with all aspects of professional practice and working collegiately with all members of our educational communities with enthusiasm, adaptability and constructive criticality
Committing to lifelong enquiry, learning, professional development and leadership as core aspects of professionalism and collaborative practice
You can find more information on teachers’ responsibilities here!
