This Tutor Code of Conduct outlines the professional standards all tutors must adhere to while engaged with Tutorful. This code ensures that tutors maintain a safe, respectful, and effective learning environment for all students.
Maintain Professional Boundaries
While building a friendly rapport with students is important, maintaining professional boundaries helps keep the relationship focused on learning and personal development.
Adhere to Ethical Standards
Tutors must conduct themselves professionally at all times, both during sessions and in all communications with students and parents.
Confidentiality
Respect the privacy of students and their families by safeguarding sensitive information.
Conflict of Interest
Avoid any situations where personal interests could conflict with professional duties.
Professional Development
Continuously develop your teaching skills and knowledge through professional development opportunities. Stay updated with Tutorful’s policies to ensure your teaching practices remain effective and compliant.
Lesson setup
Before each session, ensure your technical setup is properly configured by testing your connection, webcam, microphone, and any necessary software. Conduct your sessions in a quiet, private, and well-lit room to minimise distractions and maintain privacy, and keep your camera on throughout to ensure a high level of interaction and engagement
Document Sharing
Ensure any materials shared comply with privacy and copyright laws.
In-Session Communication
Maintain clear and professional communication throughout the session. Use chat functions responsibly, keeping all communication relevant to the tutoring.
Feedback
Offer constructive feedback through the platform’s features, ensuring it is specific, actionable, and supportive.
Time Management
Keep sessions within the scheduled time to respect the student’s and your own time. Allow time for questions and recap important points to reinforce learning.
Personal Conduct Outside of Tutoring
Maintain high standards of personal conduct to reflect positively on both your professional role and Tutorful’s reputation. Be mindful of how your behaviour in public and online can influence student perceptions and trust. Uphold integrity and legality in all personal activities, ensuring that your actions do not compromise your professionalism or the integrity of Tutorful.
Safeguarding Students
Always act in the best interest of students, ensuring their safety and welfare.
Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection
Follow Tutorful’s specific guidelines for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults to prevent abuse and exploitation.