Like I am against my child having a teacher in their 20s because I am very uncomfortable with that teacher educating my son...who is 14 years old. If the school won't put with another teacher, should I just sue that school district?
2006-06-16 14:43:04 · 8 answers · asked by petes2084 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
I don't want my child to have a younger teacher, because it is not in the child's best interest. Schools just have more regard for the student, not their employees.
2006-06-16 14:53:32 · update #1
If the teacher is qualified to teach and there are no other problems, then maybe you should be a little more open minded.
Suing for something like that does not make any sense. This is why the cost of education has gone up.
If the teacher has done something to your son then by all means take action but if not then grow up and let the teacher do his/her job.
2006-06-16 14:51:24 · answer #1 · answered by Gabe 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why are you so uncomfortable with such a young teacher? I am a 23 year old substitute teacher- looking for a full-time teaching position, and from what I've noticed- the younger the teacher- the more the child learns because the child is more involved in the learning. Older teachers are stuck in the old fashioned ways: read the text to the students and have them copy it into their notebooks- then hand out a paper/pencil test and grade it to determine if the student learned anything. A younger teacher will involve the child in the lesson, allowing them to participate and make more connections to the material. And often they use different types of assessment that fit your child's particular learning style- helping your child to feel more successful while earning higher grades and retaining more information. The younger teacher will also be more excited about teaching and will put more time and resources into each lesson. Sure, the younger teacher is still developing, but your child will learn so much from them and perhaps your child will actually come home from school excited about what's going on. Don't be nervous having your child in this classroom- if the teacher is certified to teach the subject- he/she has earned that right and really wants to teach- so, give the teacher a try- don't let the age scare you- if you pull your child from the class, you could be doing more harm than good. I can't wait to have my own classroom where my students will be involved and excited about learning- I know my material, I know I can make a difference and I want to teach- that's what makes me a good teacher!
2006-06-16 14:59:11 · answer #2 · answered by suzq2100 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like.........so where should teachers in their 20s teach??? Don't say "kindergarten" or Elementary School", because teachers who teach in those grades have a degree in Primary Education. A teacher who teaches 14 year olds has a degree in Secondary Education, and is qualified and licensed by your state or province to teach your son.
Why do you have a problem with your son being exposed to a teacher in their 20s? This teacher is obviously fresh out of school, still has the love and eagerness of teaching, and the most recent academic advantages. Is the teacher female, and you are afraid your son will have a crush or fantasy about her? That would be a completely normal experience.
Why do you think an attorney would take your case and agree to sue the school district? What law was broken? What damage was done?
2006-06-16 14:52:10 · answer #3 · answered by artistagent116 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see a problem with that, a lot of my teachers are in their 20's and they are some of the best teachers I've had, because they can relate more to a 14 yr old than a 40 yr old could.
2006-06-16 14:48:05 · answer #4 · answered by urprincess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sue the school district, for what??? You've got to be kidding me!!
Give the teacher a chance, and IF something "bad" happens
then take action with the school board.
2006-06-16 14:52:49 · answer #5 · answered by ustech84 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No that sounds crazy. Is the reason you don't like the teacher because he or she is in their 20's? Or is it because they are a bad teacher? Sometimes, younger teachers can be great because they are fun and interesting. But if the teacher is bad regardless of their age, you should take action. woo hoo.
2006-06-16 14:47:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
why would you do that? I just graduated and i had two high school teachers in there late twentys. you would be suprised how many things some of the younger teachers know that the older ones don't and vice verca. i always can conect with my younger teachers beter becaues there closer to my age and have more in common.
2006-06-16 14:48:41 · answer #7 · answered by golfyguy16 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that sounds like a personal problem on your part!
talk to you pastor and confess to him what you shared with the world here, I'm sure he/she can help you over come you prejudice against a younger teacher!
2006-06-16 14:48:16 · answer #8 · answered by Pobept 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋