In accordance with Florida Statutes 1006.061(1), Tallahassee Autism Academy is committed to full compliance with all child protection and mandatory reporting requirements under Florida law. 

The safety, protection, and well-being of our students is our highest priority. 

Mandatory Reporting of Abuse, Abandonment, or Neglect 

All employees of Tallahassee Autism Academy are mandatory reporters under Florida law. 

This means every instructional personnel member, educational support employee, and school administrator has a legal duty to immediately report any actual or suspected child abuse, abandonment, neglect, or exploitation. 

Employees who report suspected abuse in good faith are granted immunity from civil or criminal liability under Florida law. 

All employees are also required to fully comply with child protective investigations conducted by appropriate authorities. 

Failure to report suspected or actual child abuse, abandonment, neglect, exploitation, or misconduct may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment and may subject the individual to criminal penalties under Florida law. 

Reporting Misconduct by School Personnel 

Tallahassee Autism Academy maintains clear policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by educational support employees, instructional personnel, and school administrators. 

Misconduct includes any behavior that affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student. 

How to Report Concerns 

Reports of suspected abuse or employee misconduct may be made to: 

School Director / Designated Child Safety Officer 

Tallahassee Autism Academy 

Phone: 850.320.6555 

Email: taa@cayerbehavioral.com

Reports may be made verbally or in writing. All reports will be reviewed promptly and handled confidentially to the extent permitted by law. 

Failure by any school employee to report suspected child abuse or misconduct by another employee may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, and may carry legal consequences.  

Statewide Reporting Information 

Suspected child abuse, abandonment, neglect, or exploitation may be reported 24 hours a day to: 

Florida Abuse Hotline 

1-800-962-2873 (1-800-96-ABUSE) 

Online reporting and additional information are available through the Florida Department of Children and Families website. 

Emergencies 

If a child is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1 immediately. 

Additional State Resources 

For more information on reporting abuse, abandonment, neglect, or exploitation, visit the Florida Department of Children and Families website: flodoe.org

For information about reporting acts that violate s. 800.101, F.S., please visit the Florida Department of Education website. 

Tallahassee Autism Academy maintains a culture of accountability, transparency, and child protection. Reporting concerns is a shared responsibility and an essential part of safeguarding our students. 


Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct

Tallahassee Autism Academy (TAA) adheres to the Florida Department of Education’s Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida, Rule 6A-10.081, Florida Administrative Code.  

Florida Educator Code of Ethics

Florida educators are guided by the following ethical principles:

• The educator values the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, acquisition of knowledge, and the nurture of democratic citizenship.
• The educator’s primary professional concern is always for the student and the development of the student’s potential.
• The educator strives for professional growth and exercises sound professional judgment and integrity.
• The educator maintains the respect and confidence of students, parents, colleagues, and the community through the highest standards of ethical conduct.  

Professional Conduct

All instructional personnel, administrators, and staff of Tallahassee Autism Academy are expected to:

• Protect students from conditions harmful to learning, health, safety, and well-being.
• Respect the legal rights and dignity of every student.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information as required by law.
• Avoid discrimination, harassment, exploitation, or misconduct toward students, families, colleagues, or members of the public.
• Maintain honesty and integrity in all professional dealings.
• Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and Tallahassee Autism Academy policies and procedures.  

Reporting Professional Misconduct

Tallahassee Autism Academy requires all employees, contractors, volunteers, and school personnel to report any suspected misconduct affecting the health, safety, or welfare of a student. Reports may be made to school administration, appropriate state agencies, law enforcement, or the Florida Department of Education’s Office of Professional Practices Services as required by law.  

Official Florida Reference

The complete Florida Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct can be found on the Florida Department of Education website:

Florida Department of Education – Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct⁠