Personal Issues In A Middle School

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Middle school can be a difficult obstacle for students but it can be more difficult for the teachers whom are teaching those students. There are many students whom may have a learning ability within any subject as all students learn and think differently. In addition to academic, a student may also be dealing with a personal issue which may affects the student’s capability of wanting to learn and/or succeed within their academics along with seeking help with their personal struggles. As a potential middle school special education math teacher, I interview teachers at Central Middle School in Dover, DE. As a former attendance officer at Central Middle School and a current Extra-Time Math Teacher, I am grateful to have current/former colleague …show more content…
I also know my students needs and address them. Building positive relationships with students and getting to know them on a personal level allows them to see you care.
2. It may not be easy to work with all students, how do you incorporate those students?
Consistency and fairness are key. Kids need to know what is expected from all students. Once they see each child being treated fairly they are easier to work with.
3. In addition, what are the challenges you face when working with a student whom suffer from difficult issues?
Absenteeism is a problem. Lack of motivation, drive and focus/effort.
4. What are some of your strategies you focus on when working with students whom are not identify as special needs and/or section 504, but solely need advising, counseling and mentoring while you are distributing everyday curriculum?
Finding time to listen. Asking if they are okay. Offering your assistance. Utilizing resources in school.
5. Do you find students whom are identified under the IDEA more easy to educate or the students whom are not identify but have difficulties beyond education?
No. I look at the needs of all my students and address those needs no matter if there’s an IEP/504 plan in place or
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The school has been dealing with severe situation such as fights and a student bring a load gun to school. As all teachers believe a school is a place for students to feel safe from their home environment. Central Middle School has been experiencing some dilemmas which impacts student’s ability to feel safe and/or controlling repeated behaviors. As an extra-time teacher, I help the school Principal pass out letters to each classroom to inform the parents of a student bring a BB gun to school. This incident occur less than a month after a student fire a loaded gun in the school bathroom. Ms. Pampena has a strong opinion when it comes to the school environment, but it does not impact her ability to work with her

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