Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Case: Negative teacher Mrs. Frank has worked for several years with Mrs. Smith. They are not only co-workers but also friends. Mrs. Smith is extremely negative with her students. She yells at her students often, and unfortunately, the students (and some parents) do not care for her at all. Mrs. Smith wonders why her students are doing so poorly. Every year she complains that she "always gets these kids". How does Mrs. Frank handle the situation? Does she talk with Mrs. Smith, an administrator, or leave well enough alone? Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) This is where things can get tricky working with friends. If all goes well, Mrs. Frank should just try talking to her offering assistance if needed. Maybe ask why to some of her behaviors or why she feels the ways she does. It is important to be honest, I don't believe she should leave it alone or call the administrator.