Oh that seems like probably the hardest job to have with that particular condition. Imagine having to explain to a new group of 10-year-olds every year why you have a conjoined twin. And I’m sure there are kids who say not nice things about them.
Honestly, being an upper elementary teacher (5th being my favorite age group) working in some really rough schools, I don't think this would be an issue for them. Kids are surprisingly accepting and accommodating, even the ones who tend to be little jerks will not be that way towards a teacher who has any sort of disability, in fact they'll straight up defend and advocate for their teacher if let's say a new kid comes in and might not react well to the surprise of their condition. The other kids will be quick to correct them and let them know that won't fly and how great of a teacher they both are. The things kids tend to be mean about with each other and teachers is if a teacher isn't being fair or consistent, or if a kid is just being annoying. Most of the bullying situations I've had to deal with was because a kid was not taking no as an answer when they wanted to hang out with a group that didn't want to hang out with them.
Now, middle school, I can't imagine the kids being rude to their face, but I can see them talking behind their back a lot, maybe coming up with rumors or saying inappropriate things because unfortunately that's how that age group is. I think they're well fit for elementary, it's a lot easier to build relationships with kiddos that age.
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u/viggicat531 1d ago
I sure hope they are not working for that same college....