Q: I have been issued a letter of reprimand by UPPAC. I am applying for jobs and don’t know how to answer the question, “has your license ever been investigated” on the application. I feel like saying yes would be a deterrent from me getting a job. Can I check “no”? -Educator Applying for Jobs
I am applying for jobs and don’t know how to answer the question, “has your license ever been investigated” on the application. I feel like saying yes would be a deterrent from me getting a job. Can I check “no”?
A: If you have been issued a UPPAC Letter of Reprimand (or other UPPAC discipline), you should answer the question honestly and succinctly, or risk the additional disadvantage of lying on an employment application. Even though the Letter of Reprimand does not affect employment, you should answer the question as asked, but may explain if there was license action and the letter has been removed or the license reinstated. This would give helpful information to the hiring school district or school and be fairer to you, the applicant teacher.
What is UPPAC? UPPAC is a committee of nine educators and two community members charged with maintaining and promoting a high standard of professional conduct and ethics among Utah teachers. It is advisory to the Utah State Board of Education in making recommendations regarding educator licensing and may take appropriate disciplinary action regarding educator misconduct.
For more information about UPPAC or to submit your questions to the UPPAC Q&A, contact William Spiegel at william.spiegel@schools.utah.gov or by phone at 801-538-7500.
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