Teachers are responsible for understanding the professional expectations that come with working in schools. This includes maintaining appropriate boundaries, communicating professionally with students and families, protecting student privacy, following school and district policies, and understanding mandated reporting responsibilities.
New teachers should also become familiar with professional conduct expectations connected to credentialing. The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing provides rules and guidance related to professional educator conduct. Teachers should also learn how their district handles evaluation, observations, professional growth, and documentation.