Electronic technology is increasingly being incorporated into classroom instruction and in how educators communicate with and interact with students and with their caregivers. Electronic technology (more…)
WORKING WITHIN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD AND VOLUNTEERING: ARE YOU PROTECTED? The Federation has the right, and the legal obligation, to represent all members in its (more…)
Employee Records As the employer, the school board is obligated to maintain accurate records of your employment. ETFO members have a right to request and (more…)
Use of Restraint :Advice To Members You have rights and obligations when it comes to physical restraint of students. Physical intervention should be avoided in (more…)
Member’s Duty to Report All members should be familiar with their duty to report suspicion of child abuse or neglect to the Children’s Aid Society (more…)
Use of Member’s Own Vehicle to Drive Students to Board-Sponsored Events Introduction A member cannot be required to “volunteer” his/her own vehicle for a field (more…)
FDK- Building Positive Relationships FDK is a unique partnership. Here are some strategies and suggestions for you to consider to help build a positive and (more…)
Understanding Professional Boundaries Introduction Failure to understand professional boundaries can lead almost any member to make serious mistakes – career threatening ones – in the (more…)
Dealing with Conflict Conflict is Unavoidable Conflict is a reality of life. Be it with students, parents, administrators, or colleagues, it is unavoidable. Improving our (more…)
Attitude: It’s Everything An individual’s attitude can affect the overall morale of the whole staff and the tone of the workplace.Research indicates that those with (more…)