Teacher quits after online post
A teacher from Catholic girls’ school Santa Maria College has lost her job for allegedly misusing social media.
Catholic Education Office executive director Tim McDonald confirmed a teacher had lost their job because of a social media incident.
“Catholic Education was advised a teacher had resigned from one of our schools, after acknowledging use of social media that fell below the standards of a teacher in a Catholic school,” he said.
“The use did not relate to, nor involve children.
“Catholic school teachers work within a framework of rigorous employment policies and practices and hold positions of trust within the community that come with clear behavioural standards expected of them at all times.”
Principal Ian Elder did not return calls yesterday but an email he sent to parents of students at the college provided the same statement.
He also warned parents the school’s name was likely to appear in the press.
“Whilst unfortunate, I seek your understanding in entrusting myself and the leadership team to act in the best interests of the College and the individual concerned regarding this matter,” he wrote.
