The dreaded teacher conflict
What can you do if you don't get on with a Thai teacher at your school?
It’s worth trying to build rapport outside the classroom. Sharing a meal in the canteen, participating in school events, or simply asking about a colleague’s family or weekend plans can help strengthen the relationship.
The benefits of team teaching
Postbox letter from Juan
There was a moment when the Thai teacher mentioned that she had picked up many new activities from me that she had never encountered before. In the same way, I learned from her how to manage classes, introduce lessons, present activities, and assess students.
Sharing the classroom
Let's consider some of the possible reasons why good relations in the teaching team is important.
I've come to believe that putting two teachers in the same classroom needs careful planning, and even then, the clash of egos is a minefield. It only takes one wrong step. With the cultural dimension added in, especially for a newcomer, things can become noxious frighteningly quickly.
