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Discipline When children misbehave, they must be corrected. When the teacher sees trouble on the way, the stress button is triggered. How many times does this happen each day? The Problem Child In every class there is at least one. The misbehavior is repeated and requires action. The thought processes try to figure out what could be done. Even when this child stands up or moves the teacher is alerted. Rushing Teachers must be on time. Everything runs by the clock. The very thought of being late hits the stress button. When traffic problems emerge, there may be feelings of panic. Pushing Teachers have work overload. Papers must be graded. Lesson plans must be put In order. In addition many teachers have home responsibilities. They run out of time and must push themselves. to work when they do not feel like it. Sometimes it requires extending the day and missing sleep. Discussions With Parents How many phone calls do teachers receive from concerned parents? Not only does it require time, but frequently it requires self-control when the teacher is criticized or blamed for the child's like of success. Report Card Time Grading for some of the children is always a very emotional time. The teacher is caught between hurting and helping. The decision is never easy. Professional Morale Many teachers think about leaving the field. Their work has so many difficulties. Salaries are low compared to what they could make in the business world. They have doubts that society really appreciates them. How often do these thoughts plague them. The stress load of teachers is indeed heavy. |
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