Now that the new school year is well underway, I want to pose a question:
Do you notice a difference between teachers who are parents and those who aren't? I've talked to other moms about this and in general, I've observed that teachers with children, especially those who are grown, seem to be more understanding, patient and flexible than those that don't or whose children are too young to be in school yet. For example, teachers with children tend to be more patient when children are acting up in class and they tend to resolve the issues more often themselves without getting the parents or principal involved. They also seem to understand the struggles parents face regarding homework issues, sleep issues and discipline issues more keenly.
I'm not saying you have to be a parent to be a good teacher - there are many caring, motivated teachers out there without their own children. But in general, it seems that a teacher who has years of parenting experience just has a more well-rounded view.
What's your opinion? Have you found this to be true?
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I have to agree- for the most point. I have noticed however that some teachers with kids seem to be more focused on their own children rather than on their students. My kids attend a rather small school district where many of the teacher's children go. Often these kids will leave their own classrooms during parties to go to their parents rooms for the party. It can create a strange environment.
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