Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Case: Overbearing parent What do you do when a parent volunteers to help with a lot, which you happily accept, but then they become a little overbearing? I worked with a parent that was willing to help with anything the teachers needed, but once they felt comfortable around the teachers she started overstepping her boundaries. She would give her daughter permission to do things in the classroom that were against the rules but I felt uncomfortable confronting the mom about it. She was so helpful in so many areas that I let the little things slide, but the situation started increasing (snowball effect). Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) Yes, her help is amazing for teachers who have many students. I understand her child is in the classroom but when it comes to your classroom, you are the teacher. Have a pleasant conversation with the parent to remind them that the rules are for all students and should be enforced by the teacher.                 Rating The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes The suggested solution is original Yes Comments: A pleasant conversation regarding the topic is a great idea! They may be their parent, but like you said, in the classroom, you are the teacher and the leader of the environment. They cannot overstep. Rated On: October 31, 2021 9:26 pm Rated By: dedyqa