u/AHeien82

Hey teachers!
I’m a teacher who is entering the field with my first full-time job as a teacher with an “online school”. I was hoping there might be some teachers on here who have had experiences with this format. I just accepted the position so I haven’t gotten much info other than the website, but it appears that teachers give short lessons and parents are expected to serve as “learning coaches” during the school day. So it sounds like I will be preparing short lessons, followed by students either working on their own, with their parents or with me (teacher) on tasks. Anyone with experience or thoughts on this? Technically it isn’t homeschool but is similar, with much more structure provided and an actual teacher. Thanks!

Every time I have a rough student/class, I find myself resorting to being very stern with them. I always feel awful afterwards because it’s not really a natural trait for me, but I notice that students do respond. It’s never anything mean, harmful, etc. but it’s always me being very direct (Going down to a student at eye level, and speaking with a little force and directness and usually discussing a consequence). I just feel that it ultimately leaves the student with a negative experience, regardless of their own behavior which is a lot of times just letting themselves get out of control because there is a substitute so they decide it’s not a “serious school day”. Any thoughts?