Ann-Louise Pace

The Ontario College of Teachers brought a discipline proceeding against an occasional teacher for making inappropriate and belittling comments to students, refusing to allow an injured student to seek first aid, and leaving a classroom unsupervised.

The Member did not attend the hearing but sent numerous abusive emails to the College.

The Discipline Committee found the Member engaged in professional misconduct, including verbal and psychological abuse, failing to maintain professional standards, and failing to supervise.

The Committee ordered a reprimand, a 14-week suspension, and completion of coursework on boundaries and classroom management.

The Committee also awarded $12,500 in costs against the Member due to his vexatious and harassing conduct during the proceedings.