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Case: pushy parents There was a student in my class who had very overly involved parents. They insisted that their daughter stay after school three days a week to do extra tutoring with me even though she was already at the top of the class and did not need the extra help. they would also email me several times during the day wanting updates on how their daughter was doing. This was eating up huge portions of my time that I needed to spend with other students who need extra help. What would be a good way to deal with this situation. Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) I think being honest and understanding is the best way to deal with these types of situations. I would have explained that it was not necessary for their child to stay after school for extra help because her grades were sufficient and she was at the top the class. I would also have explained that while It is wonderful to care so much for how their daughter is doing that I may not necessarily have the time to answer e-mails throughout the day as I am preoccupied with teaching and my students. I believe it is important to be available to the needs of the parents and students but within limit. I always tell my parents they can call, e-mail, or schedule meetings if they feel it is necessary or vice versa but I definitely think being truthful (using words wisely to avoid confrontation but stand your ground too), caring and helpful are the best policies when communicating with parents. |
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