ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2025
, Being a Professional Teacher
1. Definition of a Professional Teacher
A professional teacher is an educator who demonstrates expertise in teaching, upholds
ethical standards, and commits to continuous professional development while fostering
learners’ holistic growth (SACE, 2016).
Stance: I agree with this definition.
Reasons from the SACE Code of Professional Ethics:
1. Commitment to learners – The Code requires teachers to respect the dignity,
rights, and safety of all learners, acting in their best educational and personal
interests (SACE, 2016, Section 3.1).
2. Commitment to the profession – Teachers must conduct themselves in a
manner that upholds the dignity and integrity of the teaching profession,
maintaining professional competence and ethical practice (SACE, 2016, Section
3.3).
Reference:
South African Council for Educators (SACE). (2016). Code of Professional Ethics.
Retrieved from https://www.sace.org.za
2. Scenario Evaluations
Scenario 1
Stance: Not professional.
Reasons:
1. Contravention of ethical conduct in the school environment – Bringing
alcohol onto school premises, even when locked away, undermines the