CMG3701
Assignment 3
(COMPLETE
ANSWERS)
2024 (891516) -
DUE 31 July
2024
CONTACT: biwottcornelius@gmail.com
Read the scenario below and answer questions: Mr Hanyane has been a
Grade 10 English educator for several years. The school where he teaches
has appointed a new principal. The principal soon discovers that Mr Hanyane
, absences himself frequently from school. Mr Hanyane never completes leave
forms and has created a pattern of absence, especially on Mondays and
paydays. The principal warns Mr Hanyane once and informs him that he may
be fired. Mr Hanyane continues with his behaviour and ignores the principal.
After an absence of four days without any account of his whereabouts, the
principal calls Mr Hanyane to his office and informs him that he can continue
his leave because he has been dismissed. Question 1: 1.2 Discuss the impact
of poor performance on an educator's employment contract. (13 marks)
In the scenario described, Mr. Hanyane's frequent absences without completing leave forms and
the creation of a pattern of absence on specific days (Mondays and paydays) constitute poor
performance. Poor performance can have several impacts on an educator's employment contract:
1. Breach of Contract: By failing to fulfill his duties consistently and responsibly, Mr.
Hanyane breaches the implied or explicit terms of his employment contract. This breach
can lead to disciplinary action or termination of employment.
2. Impact on School Operations: Mr. Hanyane's absences disrupt the continuity of
teaching and learning, affecting students' education and the overall functioning of the
school. This impact is detrimental to the school's performance and reputation.
3. Legal and Ethical Considerations: Schools have legal and ethical obligations to provide
quality education and maintain standards of professional conduct. Mr. Hanyane's
behavior undermines these obligations, potentially exposing the school to legal liabilities
or regulatory scrutiny.
4. Professional Reputation: Continued poor performance can damage an educator's
professional reputation within the school community and beyond. It can affect future
employment opportunities and career advancement prospects.
5. Employment Termination: Ultimately, repeated warnings and failure to rectify
performance issues, as in Mr. Hanyane's case, can lead to termination of employment.
This decision is typically made to ensure the school's operational effectiveness and
uphold standards of professional conduct.
6. Impact on Students: Most importantly, poor performance directly impacts students'
educational experiences and outcomes. Consistent absenteeism and lack of adherence to
professional standards can negatively influence student achievement and well-being.
In summary, poor performance by an educator, such as excessive absenteeism and failure to
adhere to administrative procedures, not only jeopardizes their own employment but also
undermines the school's ability to fulfill its educational mission and responsibilities.
1. 3: Evaluate how a breach of contract in the context of educators result in
termination. (12 marks)
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