Partnering with Parents.

As an online teacher, you've probably come across many different types of students. But have you ever stopped to think about their parents? Yes, the parents of school-aged children can be just as involved in the education journey as their little ones. In fact, they can be your biggest allies in helping their kids succeed. And let's be real, sometimes they can also be the source of some pretty hilarious moments.

So, let's talk about some of the ways that parents can be partners in online education, and how we can all have a good laugh along the way.

First of all, let's talk about the parents who are always in the background. They're not intrusive, but they're always there, keeping an eye on their kids and making sure everything is going smoothly. These are the parents who send you emails with the subject line "Just checking in!" or "Everything okay?" and it's always nice to know that someone is looking out for their child's education.

Then there are the parents who are a little more hands-on. They're the ones who sit in on every class and make sure their child is paying attention. They're the ones who send you emails with a million questions about the curriculum and assignments. These parents can be a little overwhelming at times, but you have to admire their dedication to their child's education.

Of course, there are also the parents who are just plain funny. They're the ones who accidentally turn on the camera during a class and end up making silly faces in the background. They're the ones who accidentally unmute themselves and start talking to their dog, not realizing that the whole class can hear them. These parents can be a little embarrassing for their kids, but they can also bring some much-needed levity to a sometimes stressful learning environment.

One thing that all of these types of parents have in common is that they want their kids to succeed. They may go about it in different ways, but their ultimate goal is the same: to help their child learn and grow. And as online teachers, we should embrace this partnership with open arms. We should welcome their questions, their involvement, and their sometimes unintentional comedic relief.

​Teaching and learning online can be a challenging experience, but it can also be a lot of fun. And with parents as our partners, we can all work together to create a positive and successful educational journey for our students. So, here's to all the parents out there who are supporting their children's online education. We appreciate you, we respect you, and we can't wait to see what kind of funny moments you bring to our virtual classrooms next!