Negative teachers at work can be frustrating and difficult to deal with. It's easy for people to become complacent when the situation becomes toxic. It's easy to have an "off day" with teachers, but it can be difficult to understand how to avoid being negative Nancys.
Here are five strategies to get rid of negative teachers:
1. Talk to the teacher about the behavior
It's okay to feel negative about school. Your mood can be affected by how you express or deal with those thoughts.
The best thing to do is talk with your colleague about the negative behaviors they are exhibiting. Consider speaking with them in a group of people who are positive and supportive. Share your frustrations with the teacher and offer suggestions and support to help them overcome.
Showing negativity to teachers and giving insight may help you reduce the negative energy within your organization.
2. Get involved in administration
Teachers can greatly influence the school's culture. Students' motivation, achievement, as well as their well-being, can be affected by our attitudes. Administrators should be contacted if a teacher's behavior is causing a negative impact on students. The situation may call for them to step in as mediators. This tactic works best if you've spoken with your colleague about the behavior of your colleague and have not seen any improvement.
3. Learn how to properly express your feelings
Everyone has negative emotions and thoughts. Negative teachers can make it easy for negative thoughts to overstay their welcome. It is important to maintain professional relationships with your colleagues. But, it is also important to remember that there are many ways to let loose steam.
It's not only unconstructive but it can also lead to more problems if you let your frustrations out at school. It is better to find a way to express your feelings, rather than getting caught up in workplace negativity.
4. Get out of the situation
The best and easiest way to deal with teachers who are negative is to get out of their way. According to my experience, the teacher's lounge can be a place where negativity can thrive and disrupt work dynamics. I've been in situations when I had to choose to eat in my classroom due to toxic fumes from the teacher's lounge.
You might feel isolated by not being around certain teachers but it is important to do what is best for your students and yourself. Negative behavior can impact students' learning and behavior.
5. Do not lose sight of your own positivity
Teaching isn't easy. Sometimes it can be overwhelming, frustrating, or even downright difficult. How we handle our emotions will have an impact on how we teach, our relationships, as well as our students. It's essential to learn how to change negative thoughts into good ones. While this is not an easy task, these are three ways to get started.
- Positive people are important in your life, both inside and outside school.
- Find a creative outlet that allows you to relax and feels rejuvenated.
- Learning to change negative thoughts and turn them into positive thoughts will help you maintain a positive mental attitude. Positive thoughts improve mood, boost your thinking, and make it easier for your colleagues to have a happier workplace.
Be a positive penelope, not a negative Nancy. Keep your eyes on the positives and you will be a better teacher. These effects will show up in your classroom and in all aspects of your life.
