you living” should be Missouri State, please use the Missouri State law.
1. School districts are required to follow Federal and state laws regarding employment. What are
best practices for school districts to avoid discrimination claims in hiring? Is it illegal to ask
questions about religion, age, marital status? Why or why not? Can the employer refuse to hire
someone because they have piercings on their face? Have tattoos? Why or why not?
2. What are the rules in your state regarding certification? Why is certification important? What
does your state publish about reasons for suspension and/ or revocation of certificates? What is
the state’s obligation to the public regarding certification of educational employees? Should
states publish the names and status of school employees and their certificate eligibility? Why or
why not? Should schools publish academic records of employees to guarantee that the employees
are highly qualified? Why or why not?
3. Employee evaluations are an important part of the personnel management process. Missouri
is implementing a new teacher evaluation process that rates teachers on a continuum from
teacher candidate to master teacher. What do you believe are the critical components of a teacher
evaluation system? Select 5 components and explain. How can districts assure fairness and
consistency between and among evaluators and teachers?
4. The concept of teacher tenure (or continuing contract) has been an historical right afforded
teachers in public education in the United States. Define Tenure. What rights are associated with
Tenure? How many years does it take to earn tenure rights in Missouri? Do you agree with tenure
for teachers? Why or why not?
5. List 5 reasons for dismissal of a tenured teacher. Explain why each offense should be
addressed by administrators. What conduct does the State of Missouri list as possible reasons for
dismissal of a tenured teacher? Do you agree with this list? Why or why not?
6. Are teachers role models for students? Why or why not? Should teachers be held accountable
for their conduct away from school? Why or Why not?
