Jennifer Marie Knight-Blackned

The Ontario College of Teachers brought disciplinary proceedings against a teacher who arrived at school under the influence of alcohol and organized an unauthorized extra-curricular activity while on medical leave.

The member did not attend the hearing.

The Discipline Committee found that the member committed professional misconduct by failing to maintain the standards of the profession, failing to comply with the Education Act, and engaging in conduct unbecoming a member.

Allegations of psychological abuse and failure to supervise were dismissed due to insufficient evidence.

The Committee ordered a reprimand, completion of a professional ethics course, and a medical assessment confirming fitness to teach before the member could return to the classroom.

Costs of $5,000 were awarded to the College.