Managing Stress in Schools

In one day teachers not only teach, they supervise manners, plan lessons, assess learning, counsel students, carry out first aid, checking of notebooks, write reports, tidy classrooms, mid day meal responsibilities, create resources, mark assignment - the list is endless. While most people respond positively to some pressure, problems arise when teachers start to have concerns about how they will cope. So there are two elements to addressing stress: reducing the pressures on teachers and learning to manage them better. There is no simple way to beat stress, but here are some tips to help you regain control of your life: Diet, exercise and social support are the most popular and useful strategies.