A Surrey high school teacher has been disciplined for disclosing a student’s self-harm and using profane language. His teaching certificate is suspended.
Surrey Teacher Disciplined for Revealing Self-Harm
Educator’s Conduct Leads to Provincial Sanctions
A Surrey high school English teacher has been formally disciplined by the British Columbia Commissioner for Teacher Regulation for revealing confidential student information and using inappropriate, vulgar language toward students.
Incidents Spanned from 2021 to 2024
The teacher, Hussan Ali Riasat, taught at an undisclosed public high school in Surrey. According to a consent resolution agreement released by the Commissioner, Riasat told two students in May 2021 about another student’s engagement in self-harm. The teacher also used offensive language in messages to students and described one student’s attitude as “bitchy.”
Instagram Misuse and Aggressive Behaviour
Riasat administered a school film club’s Instagram account and blocked five students from accessing it. A school district report also cited a May 21, 2024, hallway incident where Riasat told a student, “F–k you, bitch,” and gave multiple students the middle finger before walking away.
Disciplinary Measures by School District
On October 5, 2023, the Surrey school district issued a formal discipline letter, suspended Riasat for five days without pay, and required him to complete a professional boundaries course. He resigned from the district on June 17, 2024, with his resignation effective June 19.
Past Conduct Also Documented
Earlier, on July 5, 2023, Riasat was issued a letter of direction after flicking a lanyard at two students, hitting one in the chin or face area. This incident contributed to the district’s documentation of a pattern of unprofessional behaviour.
Regulatory Suspension Imposed
Under Section 53 of the Teachers Act, Riasat entered a consent agreement admitting to professional misconduct. He accepted a two-day suspension of his teaching certificate. The agreement states any future breach could result in further disciplinary proceedings.
According to the document, Riasat acknowledged the terms voluntarily and confirmed he was advised of his right to legal counsel.
Provincial Oversight and Broader Trends
As of this year, the B.C. Commissioner for Teacher Regulation has launched 43 investigations. Eleven consent agreements, including Riasat’s, have been finalized, alongside two citations and one hearing decision.
