How to face accusations of an inappropriate student relationship
Allegations of an inappropriate teacher-student relationship have serious consequences for everyone involved. If you face these accusations in Florida, you must handle the situation with care and diligence. Taking the appropriate steps can help protect your rights and...
What puts a teacher’s license at risk?
To maintain the high standards of the teaching profession, educators must adhere to a strict code of conduct. However, several factors can put teachers' licenses at risk. Recognize some of the common threats that can risk your license so that you can proactively...
How the Florida Stop WOKE Act impacts teachers negatively
In 2023, Florida enacted the Stop WOKE Act, which stirred controversy, especially among educators. The Act aims to prohibit the teaching of certain concepts related to race and gender in schools and workplaces. The Act has sparked a lot of debate, particularly about...
Can you teach in Florida with a criminal record?
Community members entrust their children to public and private school teachers for instruction and protection. For this reason, teachers often have a higher standard than others for holding their job title. However, many people make mistakes or errors in judgment for...
What might lead to a loss of a teaching license?
Many teachers indicate that the profession is more than a job: It is a calling. A teacher faced with suspension and subsequent loss of a license may not know what to do next. Understanding a few reasons this may occur may help prevent and defend against it. What is...
Understanding grounds of just cause to terminate teacher employment
A study conducted by the University of Miami found that most teachers who are fired are not dismissed for poor teaching skills. Instead, most teachers are fired for participation in unprofessional or illegal activities. While some dismissed teachers may have certainly...
Defending your license against a complaint
Florida takes complaints against teachers seriously. According to Florida Statutes Section 1012.796, the Department of Education must investigate any allegation that might lead to license revocation or suspension. A complaint against you puts your professional and...
Failing to report child abuse and your ability to teach
As a teacher, you likely encounter a wide variety of stressors on a daily basis. Whether you struggle with anxiety as a result of managing a chaotic classroom or you face pressure related to student performance, teaching can prove challenging at times. Additionally,...
Teacher certificate revocation possible after official complaint
Teachers and administrators in Florida undergo scrutiny when they apply for their teaching certificates. Complaints against educational staff applying for a certificate or already in possession of one have the potential to result in numerous penalties after a finding...
What happens when Florida teachers are accused of misconduct?
Society expects teachers to set an example for their students. But teachers in Florida currently face increased public scrutiny from parents, students and the general public. In this type of atmosphere, an accusation of educator misconduct can put an end to your...