Teachers experience high levels of workplace stress

Tuesday, 27 September 2011 16:00

News - Workplace Stress

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In an article in the Huffington Post, the stressors of being a teacher are discussed, including a lack of break time during the day, adapting to policy changes and working with a vast array of people, from small children to experienced administrators.

Additionally, teachers appear to get very little respect from the general public. A recent survey ranked education professionals at 100 in the top 200 jobs in the U.S., as a result of low pay, demands and stress, according to the news source.

However, the author offered some tips to educators who are starting to feel the pressure of a new school year.

“Among those suggested by my [radio show] guests were taking five minutes at the beginning of each day for oneself, planning for breaks, tapping into one's gifts and talents, and aligning with those who inspire and motivate,” said BAM Radio Network host Rae Pica in her article.

According to Time-Managemen-Success.com, it may help educators to change their point of view on a situation. Viewing things in a more positive light has been shown to help improve workplace stress and strengthen employee performance.