This document discusses aspects of teacher professionalism. It provides 10 characteristics of a professional, including fulfilling obligations to the best of their ability, being punctual, courteous, dealing fairly with others, and respecting the institution's ethos. It then discusses 4 aspects of teacher professionalism: dealing with students, parents, colleagues/administration, and being a role model. The rest of the document outlines 7 situations teachers may face and provides 4 options for appropriately handling each situation professionally.

1. Write down words that you
connect with this term.
“Professional”
(10 minutes)
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

2. A PROFESSIONAL
Works for money, but this is not the only consideration.
Is an expert in his field.
Fulfills obligations to the best of his ability/ expectations of his employers.
Punctual, well dressed-not too casual, not too flashy.
Courteous, well mannered.
Deals fairly with everyone.
Does not lose his cool in difficult situations.
Respects the ethos of the institution he has been contracted to work for.
Has a collaborative attitude towards his colleagues and administration.
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

3. ASPECTS OF TEACHERS’
PROFESSIONALISM
Dealing with students.
Dealing with parents.
Dealing with colleagues
and administration.
Being a role model.
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

4. SITUATION 1
APPEARANCE AND ATTIRE
• It makes no difference what I wear –
intellectuals are often scruffy.
A
• I ought to dress well but conservatively so that
my students are not distracted.
B
• If I’m dressed really stylishly my students will
admire me and this will further their learning.
C
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

5. SITUATION 2
ATTITUDE
A) I must be detached and clinical in any
lesson delivery.
B)I must engage my students with humour and
show personal interest in them.
C) I must be their “buddy” – friendly, warm and
caring.
D) I must be friendly but maintain a distance
with my students.
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

6. SITUATION 3
DISRUPTIVE STUDENTS
A) I will shout at him from time to time and
threaten him with dire consequences.
B) Deal with him affectionately calling him
“beta”, “janoo” etc.
C) Give him cold, stern looks from time to
time.
D) Ask him to stay back after the class leaves.
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

7. SITUATION 4
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
• I know my subject A-Z and need no one
A to advise me.
• I am well informed but need additional
B reading, preparation etc.
• I consult my colleagues / HOD regarding
C my lesson plans and methodology.
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

8. SITUATION 5
GOALS
A) My job is to ensure that my students
achieve high grades.
B) Academic progress is a priority but so is
personal growth in a student.
C) I must act as a true role model and uphold
the ethos of the school.
D) My business is to teach my subject – ethics
and personal development are not part of my
job.
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

9. SITUATION 6
PTM
A) I will be brutally frank about the student’s
work and behavior.
B) I temper my remarks about the student
because I feel sorry for the parent.
C) I try to be tactful in my choice of words but
do not avoid the truth.
D) I am cold and distant.
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012

10. SITUATION 7
SCHOOL PRACTICES
A) I am entitled to use school facilities
for my personal needs.
B) I can use them with permission from
the school management.
C) Students in my class are welcome to
come to my tuition centre.
D) Students in other sections can come
to me for tuitions.
Mrs. Ahsanuddin- KGS CPD Conference
2012