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xiaq · 2 years
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Me, with two nonbinary kids in the car, answering the phone: Hey, what's up?
My partner, trying his best but not used to using nonbinary pronouns: Hey, I'm on my way home. Have you dropped off the...thems...yet?
Me: I have not dropped off the thems yet, no. We're on our way, though.
The thems: uproarious laughter
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autisticlifelessons · 6 months
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Tips from an autistic teacher about communicating with education professionals
So, some context: I taught Primary for 1 year, and had lots of interactions with parents with all kinds of concerns about their kids. I also remember being in high school and college/university and being too nervous to approach my teachers/tutors with any problems I had until the situation was dire.
For those who don't work in education, I can appreciate how needing to speak to your child's teacher about something can be intimidating, especially if your and/or your child are neurodivergent. And if you are a student, it can be equally as scary.
It's true many teachers are overworked and underpaid, but the vast VAST majority would move heaven and earth to help you. However, there are lots of things you can do to help them to help you, so here are my top tips.
Tell them ASAP if there is a problem - alerting the teacher to a problem or concern as soon as it arises gives them the chance to nip it in the bud before it becomes a big deal. If there is a bullying concern or something you don't understand, they would much rather you told them straight away so they can do something about it than have you or your child suffering in silence for weeks or months. We are generally an observant bunch and are looking out for issues, but some things do fly under the radar. Even if it's not something they can do anything about straight away - like if you think your child is showing signs of autism or adhd but they mask heavily at school - they can bear this in mind and pass it onto other relevant members of staff so it is 'flagged' up for the future.
If your issue is complicated, be sure to put it in writing - chances are you have access to a messaging service or at least an email address. Even if you have raised your concern with the teacher face to face, having it in writing is helpful for both parties. It provides a record that the issue has been raised and passed along as appropriate, and it helps remind the teacher about what has been discussed so they don't end up forgetting about it among the million other things they have to do.
Be specific - it may seem obvious, but there is no point in having a casual chat and then throwing in a bombshell at the end. Make sure to give as much relevant detail as you can about what your issue is, and if you want to raise multiple concerns then it is doubly beneficial to put them in writing.
Think about what your desired outcome is and come with a proposed solution - this is a psychological thing, apparently, but people are more likely to be sympathetic to your concerns if you can demonstrate you have thought about how you would like it resolved. If you want your child put forward for an autism assessment, make sure you actually say this. If you know you are going to be late handing in an assignment but can give your teacher an alternative date you will hand it in, tell them this. I can't guarantee they will always be able to fulfil it, but knowing what you would like to change or happen makes it much easier to sort things out rather than just guessing.
IF THERE'S SOMETHING GOING ON OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL THAT'S HAVING A NEGATIVE IMPACT, TELL THEM!!! - I CANNOT stress this enough, especially when it comes to little ones or neurodivergent children who may have limited means of both communication and emotional regulation. Being hungry, tired, stressed etc can have an enormous impact on behaviour/ability to learn. Even a simple message or email giving the heads up your child has had a poor night's sleep because the house flooded or whatever and might be a bit grumpy that day can be a huge help to the teacher, who as a result of having this information will be in a better position to be patient with a child who is struggling. For bigger life changes such as divorce, birth of a new sibling etc, this is even more important so that your child's teacher and the school can, if necessary, put measures in place to support your child through this transition. Communication really is key.
Remember to be kind and considerate - teachers are humans and make mistakes like everyone else. Equally, there are many circumstances they have to deal with that are totally out of their control and frustrate them just as much as they do you. As I said at the beginning, the vast majority want to help you and/or your child in any way they can, and being kind can make what is a very stressful job just that little bit less.
So, there you have it! I hope these tips gave you an idea for how to communicate with teachers effectively.
Oh, here's 1 more bonus tip - if you have anything to ask that is more than just a quick question, be sure to schedule a meeting with the teacher to ensure they can devote enough time to deal with your issue. Catching them at the beginning or end of the school day generally isn't a good idea as they're very chaotic times and they likely have other meetings/appointments/deadlines they will be thinking about.
Your support is much appreciated xx
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thedarkestgreys · 21 days
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say what you want about millennial parents but know their kids are being taught the *classics
*britney christina nysnc and backstreet
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ib3li3v3you · 24 days
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So as a part-time i conduct online reading/english language lessons, been doing it since covid for kids that were a bit behind in school because of quarantine. Anyways i just wanna share how sweet and adorable my babies are
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i love them so much <333
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faehalfwit · 9 months
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Working with 3 and 4 year olds today fun thing about them is how they just walk up and scream as a form of communication. I’ll do it back it’s like meowing back at a cat instant confusion
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yessoupy · 29 days
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when I teach about leadership and watch kids come out of their shells and push themselves through uncomfortable situations (public speaking) I dont imagine them using these lessons to survive a genocide and help those around them who are less fortunate within that genocide. I saw them improving their schools and pushing themselves to advanced degrees and study abroad. their homes are gone, their high school has been destroyed and defaced, their local universities are rubble. they're setting up gofundme accounts through these friends they made as teenagers so they can bring money in to buy food for those living in tents.
and why do they have to do this? to put their lives on hold indefinitely? because my taxes pay for the bombs dropped on their homes and schools and businesses and we just...... ALLOW israel to starve children.
today hasn't been a good day. I have conversations like this:
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with a young adult near Rafah. all I can do is donate and share the link. over and over and over and over. so again:
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madame-airlock · 1 year
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Student 1: "teacher, you look very beautiful today"
Student 2: "EHEH I burped"
And this perfectly sums up teaching
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carmaclash · 8 months
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School year so far:
I haven't had air conditioning in my room since last April. There doesn't appear to be any movement on fixing it.
I agreed to be the sponsor for a Yu-Gi-Oh club... I know basically nothing about Yu-Gi-Oh, so if anybody wants to teach me how to play the card game, I'd appreciate it. 😬
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hilli98215 · 5 months
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Today one of my students told me that twizzlers are for old people for the simple reason being their grandparents eat it.
...all while I was eating a twizzler because I didn't eat lunch
What is my life?
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iamcon-fu-sion · 2 months
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"A little me would be kinda cool, not gonna lie," my student says, and I'm not sure whether to be concerned or not that this 17-year-old boy has such a casual attitude toward parenthood.
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thingsmykinderssay · 6 months
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Teacher: "What month is it?"
Student 1: "Fall!"
Teacher: "No, that's the season. It's 'June, July, August, September...'"
Student 2: "October!"
Teacher: "Good job, now what's the season?"
Student 1: "Foggy!"
Teacher: "No, that's the weather..."
Student 3: "Hot!"
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marshmallow-manju · 4 months
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Sometimes my kids draw portraits of me.
(I think they like my haircut, hehe)
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usslakevee · 29 days
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Things that happen when you're a teacher include, walking into the hallway and hearing a kid screaming the word Teacher while crying. Follow the sound to the bathroom expecting an injured child. Instead find a five year old with soap in his hands absolutely distraught because he can't roll his sleeves up. (Because of the soap)
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teachingforthesoul · 2 years
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A day at the ballet 🩰
Romeo & Juliet, American Ballet Theater, NYC
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There is a fourth grader I know from having after school Duty on the 4th grade side because my agoraphobia prevents me from going across the parking lot to the 5th grade side. Anyway this kid is a sweetie. His name is Alden. I'm awful with names but I always remember it because I think of Jason Aldean. He's pretty small even for a fourth grader and looks about like Milhouse from The Simpsons. From the first time we talked we seemed to have a really good connection and I think of him as my little after school buddy. He's told me things like "How can you be a teacher when you seem more like a friend?" And " you look way more like an art teacher." Which I took a big compliment because all the art teachers I know are gorgeous.
Anyway I know that there's another kid that gives him trouble and today I actually Came Upon the kid preventing him from getting a drink of water by pushing him away from the fountain every time he got close to it. I came up behind the other kid and told him in a very authoritative voice to knock it the heck off and get to class.
After the other kid left Alden gave me a hug & told me "I really hope you are my teacher next year." and then he burst into tears and said thank you.
It was a good day.
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Ok now that everyone is into Soviet Livesey, the next step for you guys is to actually read the book. Here are a few reasons why:
- more Treasure Island lore (obviously)
- getting to know the original characters of the three gentlemen (Trelawney is a way better character and the tension between him and Smollett is hilarious)
- more stuff to simp over
- boost your reading skills!
- expand your knowledge of English literature
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