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CTABC Code of Ethics
Introduction
The Christian community, including that part involved in education, has always strived to identify how Christians should live. Scripture directs us to faithful responses to God in daily affairs, shaping those responses towards what they ought to be. Ethics exist to remind humans of their encounter with God, who is the light illuminating all their actions. This light encourages us to reflect goodness, compassion and understanding in the work place, thus fostering maturity and growth in our ethical behavior and decision-making.
We do this by:
¨ encouraging one another
¨ respecting one another
¨ trusting one another
¨ living and working in harmony with each other
¨ accepting mutual responsibility for each other
¨ serving one another in love
¨ submitting to one another
¨ praying for one another
(Hebrews 10:24,25; Romans 15:2-7; Eph. 5:21; Rom. 12; Gal. 5:13, 22)
All relationships should be guided by the principles set forth in I Corinthians 12 and 13. However, when breakdowns do occur, they should be dealt with promptly and honestly. Matthew 18:15-20 outlines how concerns should be handled. Grievances must first be brought to the person involved. If an issue cannot be resolved in this manner, only then should a third party be brought in, i.e., principal, board, or the SCSBC Mediation and Arbitration Committee to resolve the dispute.
Throughout any stage in resolving conflicts, respect, honesty and love must be key elements.
The Teacher and Relationships
In relationships to students we are called to…
¨ show loving concern and respect for the well-being of all students
¨ provide a learning environment that will allow all students to grow and develop
¨ provide high quality instruction
¨ discipline in a loving, just, constructive manner and in accordance with school policy
¨ remain sensitive to the diversity of expressions of Christian living
¨ model Christ like attitudes and behaviour
¨ encourage the expression of personal faith in Christ
¨ forgive and model Biblical conflict resolution
- report any suspected abuse to the proper authorities (see SCSBC Child Abuse Policy) and provide options for counselling if needed
In relationships to staff members we are called to…
¨ be supportive and upbuilding of each other in public and private conversations
¨ resolve all differences and address criticisms in a fair, loving, constructive, and confidential manner
¨ participate willingly in building a staff team, recognizing the contributions of all staff members as part of the body of Christ
¨ be aware of others as total persons, encouraging healthful and balanced living
¨ pray for and encourage new staff members or those in difficult professional or personal situations (see CTABC Barnabas Project)
In relationships to administrators and board members we are called to…
- respect the responsibility and legitimate authority of administrators and board members
- seek to maintain open and honest communication
- communicate to the administrators conflicts which cannot be resolved by personal discussion
- encourage and support the administrators and board members in their responsibilities
- be supportive and upbuilding of the administrators and board members in public and private conversations
In relationships to parents we are called to…
- respect the primary authority and responsibility of parents for their children
- seek to maintain open and honest communication
- resolve all differences and address criticisms in a fair, loving, constructive and confidential manner
- be supportive and upbuilding of parents in public and private conversations
- acknowledge them as brothers and sisters in Christ, working together for the benefit of the child
- pray with and for them
The Administrator and Relationships
In relationships to students we are called to…
¨ show loving concern and respect for the well-being of all students
¨ provide a learning environment that will allow students to grow and develop
¨ discipline in a just and constructive manner and in accordance with school policy
¨ remain sensitive to the diversity of expressions of Christian living
¨ report any suspected abuse to the proper authorities (see SCSBC Child Abuse Policy) and provide options for counselling if needed.
In relationships to staff members we are called to…
¨ model open and honest communication with staff on all relevant issues
¨ be supportive and upbuilding of staff members within the school community
¨ resolve all differences and address criticisms in a fair, loving, constructive, and confidential manner
¨ develop a staff team, recognizing the contributions of all staff members
¨ encourage professional development of staff members
¨ evaluate the teaching/learning process in the school and encourage effective teaching
¨ be aware of staff members as total persons, encouraging healthful and balanced living
¨ exercise a particular concern for new staff members or those in difficult professional or personal situations (see CTABC Barnabas Project)
¨ communicate any staff concerns to the board
¨ communicate board policies and decisions to staff members on a regular basis
In relationships to board members we are called to…
¨ respect the responsibilities and legitimate leadership decisions of the board
¨ regularly report staff policies and activities
¨ regularly provide reports on implementation of short and long term goals
¨ encourage trust and respect within the school community
¨ inform the board of the school’s programs
¨ be supportive and upbuilding of the board members in public and private conversations
In relationships to parents we are called to…
¨ respect the primary authority and responsibility of parents for their children
¨ seek to maintain open and honest communication
¨ resolve all differences and address criticisms in a fair, loving, constructive and confidential manner
¨ be supportive and upbuilding of parents in public and private conversations
¨ be willing to act as an intermediary between parents and staff members.
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