Common use of Complaints Against Teachers Clause in Contracts

Complaints Against Teachers. Disciplinary action shall not be taken against a teacher solely on the basis of an oral or written complaint by a parent or students unless said complaint has been investigated by the administration and the teacher's position has been heard. The teacher, upon being notified of a written complaint, shall be afforded the opportunity to meet with the complainant and the administration in an effort to resolve the complaint. The administration, then Board, may thereafter try to resolve the complaint with or without the teacher's participation. The teacher shall be kept apprised of any subsequent action taken by the administration or Board in regard to the complaint. When seeking information from students concerning complaints against staff, the administrator shall use proper guide- lines to ensure due process. Anonymous complaints shall not be considered.