Lesson 4: Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers: His/Her Person, Profession and Business

Section 1: ARTICLE IV

Every teacher must actively ensure that teaching remains the noblest profession, showing enthusiasm and pride in their noble calling.

Section 2: ARTICLE IV

Teachers must uphold the highest standards of quality education, prepare thoroughly for their career, and always strive for excellence in their profession.

Section 3 ARTICLE IV

: Teachers must engage in continuing professional education programs and pursue further studies to improve their efficiency, enhance the prestige of their profession, and strengthen their competencies, virtues, and productivity to remain nationally and internationally competitive.

Section 4: IV

If authorized, a teacher may seek support for the school but must not misrepresent themselves through personal advertisements or other questionable means.

Section 5: ARTICLE IV

Teachers must uphold their profession with dignity and use it as an honorable way to earn a decent living.

The Code of Professional Conduct for Public School Teachers, cited in Section 7 of RA 4670, states:

The work of the teacher in the development of the young is a trust of which every teacher should strive to be worthy. A teacher who uses their position for an unworthy purpose betrays that trust."

The Code of Professional Conduct for Public School Teachers, as cited in Section 7 of RA 4670,

Since a teacher's work goes beyond teaching fundamental skills, habits, and attitudes—extending to the development of character—their manner of living should set a worthy example for students to emulate, for fellow teachers to be proud of, and for the community to value and respect."

ARTICLE XI: THE TEACHER AS A PERSON

• Section 1: A teacher shall live with dignity in all places at all times.

• Section 2: A teacher shall prioritize self-respect and self-discipline as guiding principles in all relationships and situations.

• Section 3: A teacher shall maintain a dignified personality that serves as a model for learners, peers, and the community.

• Section 4: A teacher shall always recognize the Almighty God or a higher Being as a guide in shaping personal destiny and influencing society.

highlights the importance of a teacher’s integrity and character.

ARTICLE X: THE TEACHER AND BUSINESS

• Section 1: A teacher has the right to engage in legitimate income-generating activities, provided that they do not interfere with their teaching responsibilities.

• Section 2: A teacher must maintain a good financial reputation and responsibly handle debts, loans, and other financial obligations.

• Section 3: A teacher must not act as an agent or have financial interests in school-related commercial ventures that they can influence, except when their role officially involves such purchases and disposals according to regulations.

Public school teachers borrow ___ than other government employees, including police officers and nurses.

50% more

Some teachers risk receiving _____ upon retirement due to excessive unpaid loans, which can result in penalties ranging from reprimands to license revocation.

NO PAY

Public school teachers collectively owe____ to legitimate lending institutions.

₱70 billion

The 1987 Philippine Constitution:

Prioritizes teachers’ rights to professional advancement, ensuring competitive salaries and benefits to attract and retain the best talents.

Commonwealth Act No. 578:

Recognizes teachers as "persons in authority," granting them protection under the law.

RA 4670 (The Magna Carta for Public School Teachers)

: Outlines various safeguards and benefits such as transfer consent, academic freedom, workload limits, additional compensation, medical benefits, study leave, and salary security.