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I'm certified to teach middle school and high school in my state, and one thing I've seen that kind of bothers me is the amount of blatant bullying that goes on in some of the places I serve. Unfortunately, sometimes the rudeness and disrespect even gets directed toward me. Some students frequently make fun of my appearance. I will admit that I look pretty young and could be mistaken for a teenager. I'm also female and have problems with acne and visible facial hair. Also, perhaps I don't take the best care of my clothes. Although I purchase quality suits, it's common for me to show up in something a little wrinkled.

This wouldn't bother me a lot, but some of the students make a really big deal out of it. I don't think I should have to look like I stepped out of a magazine to get their respect, but I do want to be trusted and taken seriously. I work pretty hard, and I'm frequently frustrated that the students don't seem to see it and just decide to run over ea...See More


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