VCAT outcome – 8 July 2025

… parents, and regulatory bodies in a reasonable and professional manner. In October 2022, VIT received a … that all registered teachers meet the requirements of professional conduct and character. The full case outcome can be found on the Tribunal’s website .     Professional conduct VIT updates … VCAT outcome – 8 July 2025 …

VIT regulatory decision

… - Principle 1.3 Teachers work within the limits of their professional expertise. In fulfilling their role, teachers … 2.1 The personal conduct of a teacher has an impact on the professional standing of that teacher and on the profession … there is no definitive boundary between the personal and professional conduct of a teacher, teachers reflect community …

Formal Hearing Update – 24 March 2025

… engaged in serious misconduct in that she compromised a professional relationship with the former student by having a … Yorke engaged in serious misconduct in that she violated a professional relationship with a student by holding … with decision and reasons to be given at a later date.  Professional conduct VIT updates … Formal Hearing Update – 24 …

Case studies

… discussion and debate about what is considered appropriate professional and personal conduct for teachers, as well as … Reportable conduct Physical contact Aggressive behaviour Professional conduct Mandatory reporting Inappropriate relationship Professional boundaries Inappropriate language Unsuitable to …

Investigations into fitness to teach

… online communications with learners that are beyond the professional relationship, or conduct that intimidates, … outside the education setting which may compromise the professional relationship, or failing to be collegial and … and safety of learners. The VIT may also investigate other professional or personal conduct of a teacher that may affect …