How should teachers act outside of school?

Question

As a student, does a teacher's lifestyle influence how you look at him the classroom.

As a parent, does a teacher's lifestyle make you request a different teacher?

How would you like your children's teachers to act outside of school?

Does a teacher's lifestyle matter to you?

Answer 1

Teacher's are human. We should be able to live how we choose to outside of the school. I really get frustrated when people tell me not to drink because what if I run into a parent. I am over 21 and know how to drink responsibly, and if it wrong for me to drink when I am out with friends then the parents I run into, better not be drinking either. (afterall who should have the most influence on their children) I am not going to go out and start a cursing fight with someone outside of school, but I wouldn't expect that from any parents or from former students either.
I've gotten tickets for speeding, and ya know what, I don't announce it over the loud speaker but i'll admit it if I am asked.
Parents should not expect more out of teachers than they expect out of themselves.

Answer 2

I agree that teachers are role models, but it is not reasonible to hold them to the same standards as clergy (a great many of whom have secrets of their own and are not above repraoch). While I agree I need to try to help my students become productive, moral citizens, the burden of teaching ethical behavior does not rest solely on me. I am not advocating partying/fighting or being a lapdancer, but I also do not believe that I should stay home and knit. It is primarily the parents who should be setting the example if we want our kids to be good adults. I tell my students all the time I am shocked that they go out and party all weekend, as all are under age. But guess what, they tell me their parents don't care as long as they do it at home.
I honestly feel that if what a teacher does is not brought into the classroom or puts themselves or anyone else in harm's way, then it should not be an issue.

Answer 3

Hi,

your question has a number of possible answers...but principally I believe that teachers, as every other person, should act in a way that doesn't reflect badly on them or their school and doesn't adversely influence their pupils.

For example, if you had a teacher who 'moonlighted' every night by dancing at a lapdancing club would you want that teacher educating your child?

If you had a teacher who went out drinking each night, getting drunk and fighting with other people, would you want THAT person educating your child?

Teachers not only have the same responsibility everyone else has, that of living in harmony with our fellow human beings, but also have the responsibility of instilling sound ethical behaviour into our offspring by example and teaching.

So, overall, I believe teachers DO have an extra responsibility, shared with other 'examples' such as priests, politicians,
doctors and so on.

My teachers (many years ago) did not exude examples of 'bad' behaviour and we respected them and their authority. I don't believe this is a bad thing...good examples can only lead to better adults growing from their charges.

Hope this helps,

BobSpain

Answer 4

A teacher is just a normal person. They're just like me and you. I'm saying a teacher can act the way they want outside of school or inside. It doesn't really matter who you are or what you are. The only thing is what matters inside not on the the outside.

Answer 5

In a large urban community, a teacher can 'disappear' in the sense of his/her private life. In a small town, the teacher's behaviour outside of school will be noted by everyone - and probably twisted versions thanks to gossip. The perception of a teacher does matter in such an environment. Kids will hear their parent's comments and carry that bias into school with them.
LONG topic, actually, so the above is just a precis!

Answer 6

teachers should act pretty much the same as they do in the classroom. like, not go out partying or whatever, like, not be a prostitute stripper or something. teachers should be respectful, because they never know when they will run into a parent, fellow teacher, or student.

Answer 7

Well just like a police officer (My Profession) we are held to a higher standard. It just depends on where they're at. If you're among other adults in your home do what come natural but in public you have to know there are eyes on you so you must act accordingly.

Answer 8

# 1 YES
# 2 YES
# 3 Professional and above approach-- an example for others to follow
# 4 YOU BET IT DOES
Proverbs 13:20 "He that walketh with wise men shall be wise."

Answer 9

slutty

Answer 10

idk i'm confused about teachers right now :?