CIA Professionalism & Ethical Practices 3

Question 1

A CIA observes another paraprofessional using physical restraint inappropriately on a student. The CIA should:

Accepted Answer

Intervene if safe to do so and report the incident immediately

Answer

Inappropriate use of restraint is a serious safety and ethical violation that must be reported immediately through proper school channels.

Question 2

Which action best reflects ethical use of social media as a CIA?

Accepted Answer

Never referencing students, school conflicts, or confidential matters publicly

Answer

Ethical social media use requires CIAs to protect student privacy and maintain professional reputation by keeping school matters off personal platforms.

Question 3

A CIA's personal cultural beliefs conflict with a lesson topic. The ethical response is to:

Accepted Answer

Implement the lesson professionally and raise concerns privately with the teacher

Answer

CIAs must separate personal beliefs from professional duties and address concerns through appropriate private channels, not during instruction.

Question 4

What does 'duty of care' mean for a CIA in a classroom setting?

Accepted Answer

Taking reasonable steps to keep students safe from foreseeable harm

Answer

Duty of care obligates CIAs to take reasonable and appropriate precautions to protect students from foreseeable physical or emotional harm.

Question 5

Which scenario represents an ethical conflict of interest for a CIA?

Accepted Answer

Tutoring a current student privately for personal payment

Answer

Accepting personal payment to tutor current students creates a conflict of interest that can compromise objectivity and professional boundaries.

(CIA) Certified Instructional Assistant Practice Test

(CIA) Certified Instructional Assistant Practice Test

CIA Professionalism & Ethical Practices 3