When teachers are disrespected: How to protect your dignity without losing yourself
Astiba Kebong’o examines how teachers can respond to disrespect from administrators, parents, learners and colleagues without abandoning professionalism. She argues that composure, clear boundaries, documentation and appropriate reporting can protect both professional dignity and personal wellbeing. Teachers, she says, must distinguish between conflicts worth confronting and those best handled without sacrificing their peace of mind….
