Professional represent themselves in an ethical and legal manner in regard to their training and experience when seeking new employment. Professionals give notice consistent with local education agency policies when intending to leave employment. Professionals adhere to the conditions of a contract or terms of an appointment in the setting where they practice. Professionals released from employment are entitled to a written explanation of the reasons for termination and to fair and impartial due process procedures. Professionals seek assistance, including the services of other professionals, in instances where personal problems threaten to interfere with their job performance.
Professionals respond objectively when requested to evaluate applicant seeking employment.
Professionals have the right and responsibility to resolve professional problems by utilizing established procedures, including grievance procedures, when appropriate. Assignment and Role Professionals should receive clear written communication of all duties and responsibilities, including those which are prescribed as conditions of their employment. Professionals promote educational quality and intra- and interprofessional cooperation through active participation in the planning, policy development, management, and evaluation of the special education program and the education program at large so that programs remain responsive to the changing needs of persons with exceptionalities. Adequate supervision of and support for special education professionals is provided by other professionals qualified by their training and experience in the area of concern. The administration and supervision of special education professionals provides for clear lines of accountability.