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the previous course I discussed that the ism that I struggle with is disabilities.
I have not worked with a family that was in a wheel chair or for that matter
with anyone with a disability. But two years ago I met this family for the
first time. I would see the mom every day and interact with her on a daily basis.
But the first time I met her son, I knew from that something was not right. I immediately
spoke with mom and let her know my concerns. The next day I made a call to
early intervention and set up with a meeting for him to get tested. After
testing he was diagnosed with autism. Even though I do one on one home visits
with the families, this is one of the homes that I would have to say a prayer
and mediate before going in. The child was out of control and mom could not do
anything with him. Even though I would always expected the worst on the visits
with this family, I still stayed professional and walked into the home with a
positive attitude. It has not strayed me away from never working with children
with a disability, but if I had a preferences I would not. I believe that I need
much more training with children with disabilities.
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ReplyDeleteHi Brittany
ReplyDeleteI respect your views and your feelings. Even though you’re uncomfortable around children with a disability you were able to identify that something was wrong with that child and got him the help he needed and stayed professional, which is truly admirable. Prays helps us all to become better individuals. I have worked with some people who are so unprofessional, which I believe demotivates family members as well as children. By voicing their negative opinion about their isms.
Like you some things I am uncomfortable with but I do not allow my isms to get in the way of my professional ethics or the love for my students. Qualities like these help us as educators bring out the best in children and families. When they can feel comfortable around you it helps to build a better you.
ReplyDeleteHello Brittany,
I commend you for working with that family. In all my years of teaching preschool I have never work with a child with a disability. But this year I have two in my classroom, someday it’s great and someday it not. I do not have any experience on this type of ism. But I realize that I must stay positive about it and remember that I am there for all children. One thing that kind of keep me focus is that an Autism world is upside down and that they are trying to make sense of it. Thank you for helping that family !!