Let me get straight to the point: What do you do when you are extremely frustrated with a passive-aggressive, slightly rude and curt administrator?
I know, I know. I have done many of the things you will suggest: Build Positive relationships, request a meeting etc. I originally felt this was a personal issue with me. However, I am starting to realize that this is the way this administrator is.
Teachers walk on egg-shells just to keep his or her sanity. However, I am big on respect and no matter what position I am in or what you position you are in, I believe in a working relationships and mutual respect.
I am to the point, I much rather you not speak to me (although this isn't possible) or I should seek other employment options.
As a newbie to the building, I spend some time actually trying to build relationships with the faculty and staff. In doing this, I know who I can depend on, or who needs more encouragement, but one thing I cant do is be disrespected because you feel you are superior.
Tell me your thoughts.
Wow. I think we've all been there and worked with similar people. Unfortunately, if you've done the steps you already listed above, then I would suggest 2 things:
ReplyDelete1. As you know, I'm pretty direct, and I know you are, too. I would have a 1-on-1 to clear the air with that person first. Any other step you take, someone is going to ask you if you've done this.
2. Your next recourse after step 1 might only be to tell the head principal and get it documented with him/her. You never know, the principal may be looking for extra documentation and/or back-up for a problem they can't seem to fix by other means. Also, you never know who on the team you're sparing by going forward with this.
Hope it helps. :-(
I completely agree with Kristin. I think I would bother me to the point that I would have to speak to that person to discuss matters. However, I've been in that situation before and it was much easier for me to totally avoid the person. When I did finally confront her, she did acknowledge that she never knew how I felt and apologized. Did it change things? Not much, but at least she knew. That's a tough one, especially if you're new. I hope maybe as you get to know her better, things will change for you. Maybe you'll find a connection with her that will make things better. Hate that for you.
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