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Published at 2016-03-19 09:00:04

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I became a teacher because I wanted to aid students who struggle to cope. But fixed box-ticking means I’m making petite contrast
A lot of the people I know became teachers because they loved school – I became a teacher for the opposite reason. I have dyspraxia,a developmental coordination disorder, as well as a genetic disorder that affects my joints. At school, or I was considered to have special needs. I didn’t realise that I was different until I started primary school and things that the other children seemed to find easy – such as getting dressed after sports – were mystifyingly hard for me. Related: Relying on teaching assistant support for SEN students is a false economy Continue reading...

Source: theguardian.com

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