Ways To Handle Teacher Student Conflict

It may be difficult to know how to resolve problems with teachers because this sort of problem is so often unexpected

. We believe our children should have positive relationships with teachers. Some parents might tell their child to handle the situation as best as they can, but other parents might be angry and put the blame on the teacher. Both of these situations can cause problems for the child's education. In this piece, we will offer some suggestions that will help you handle these touchy situations that may not be beneficial to your child's education.

If your child comes to you about a problem with a teacher, fight the urge to run to the school. For starters, pay attention to what you child is telling you and figure out what the real issue is. Your child may have simply misunderstood a comment or action by the teacher. When a problem arises, determine exactly where it is coming from. Is it an issue with the teacher, the child, or both? Teach your child how to resolve conflicts without being confrontational. When you step aside and let a child figure out a problem his or herself, you are providing a great conflict resolution lesson. Let your child know that you will step in if he or she is not able to solve the problem.

If your child absolutely cannot resolve the problem without your assistance, placing a quick phone call to the teacher or scheduling an after school meeting is a good idea. Remember to behave fairly. Be careful not to overreact. Of course, you want to defend your child; however, the teacher may have made an off-hand comment that your child took too seriously. A good teacher understands and is concerned about a child's needs. For this reason, she or he will take any steps necessary to resolve problems. However, in the case of a teacher not responding appropriately, then you should be ready to take a different approach to handle the problem.

If you are not able to sort the problem out with the teacher, you may wish to consult a school counselor. The counselor might be able to act as a mediator to solve the problem. If a resolution is still not reached, you should get the principal involved. Don't let anger get the best of you. Stay polite, professional, and results oriented. Keep your role in mind. You are trying to help your child resolve a confusing issue.

It is difficult to get along with everyone, so conflict situations can happen, even in a classroom. If your child is having a problem with one of his teachers, use the situation as a teaching moment to explain that there are two sides to every issue and show them how these types of problems can be resolved amicably. Most teachers' main goal is a good education for their students. By following these guidelines, you should be able to manage a situation involving a teacher who has behaved unfairly. As long as your child feels safe and secure at school, all other problems can be resolved.

by: Nellie Carmielion

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