How to Help a Teacher

One of the keys to ensuring your child's success in school is to establish a strong parent-teacher bond early. Doing so will help you to gain insight into your child's academic achievements along with an understanding of the teacher's methods. Here are a few ways in which you can help a teacher.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Let your child's teacher know, before the beginning of the school year, what to expect from your child. If there have been changes in the house, such as the birth of a younger sibling, explain how the child is responding. Make the teacher prrivy to any learning disabilities or other issues that require extra attention. Arrange a face-to-face meeting or send a letter or email and politely request a response.
2. Get involved in your child's school by joining the PTA, attending school functions and volunteering. Make it clear to your child's teacher that you value your child's education and see yourself as an integral part of the learning process.
3. Be prepared for your child's parent-teacher conference by having a list of questions prepared. Teachers want to know that you care about what is going on in the classroom. Ask about your child's participation, how well she takes test, her ability to understand content and how she handles peer relationships.
4. Resolve conflict in a non-confrontational way. If your child feels she was treated unfairly, schedule a meeting with her teacher and discuss the issue. Tell the teacher your agenda in advance so that she has time to reflect on the situation. Be prepared to share relevant examples of the alleged unfair treatment. Hear the teacher out. There are always two sides to an issue.