Policy 540 - Employee Code of Conduct
Adopted on June 18, 2019
Effective July 1, 2019
The Board recognizes that the capabilities and conduct of all employees greatly affect the quality of education provided to students in its schools. The Board further believes that all employees should be intrinsically motivated by the importance of the job that they do. The purpose of the Employee Code of Conduct is to establish appropriate standards of conduct for all employees.
This policy also requires that employees respond immediately and consistently to incidents of bullying, harassment, intimidation, substance abuse, and/or violence or any other code of conduct violation that impacts negatively on students in a manner that effectively addresses incidents deters future incidents, and affirms respect for individuals.
Employee Code of Conduct
All Board employees shall:
- exhibit professional behavior by showing positive examples of preparedness, communication, fairness, punctuality, attendance, language, and appearance;
- contribute, cooperate, and participate in creating an environment in which all employee/students are accepted and are provided the opportunity to achieve at the highest levels in all areas of development;
- maintain a safe and healthy environment, free from harassment, intimidation, bullying, substance abuse, and/or violence, and free from bias and discrimination;
- create a culture of caring through understanding and support;
- immediately intervene in any code of conduct violation, that has a negative impact on students, in a manner that preserves confidentiality and the dignity of each person;
- demonstrate responsible citizenship by maintaining a high standard of conduct, self-control, and moral/ethical behavior;
- comply with all Federal, West Virginia and Roane County laws, policies, regulations and procedures.
The Superintendent shall cause all employees to receive staff development on the Employee Code of Conduct.
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