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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I don't think OP was freaking out at all, simply raising a legitimate concern and seeking advice on how to handle it.  [/quote]

On the contrary, her concerns are irrational and not valid at all. The best way to handle it is to smile and drop LO off at school on the first day.[/quote]

I absolutely disagree.  I have been in education on every level for the last 25 years and believe that the OP has valid concerns.  This is not a public school where you get what you get (TFA). If the OP is paying a lot of money, she should be concerned about the quality of education.  OP: I would ask the following questions since this is a private school (where teachers are paid considerably less) and since you do not necessarily have to be certified to teach:

Is the teacher certified?

What was the teacher's major?

Did the teacher graduate from a school with a strong education program?

What strengths does the teacher bring to the school?

I did go to only  private schools in the DC area and had my share of newly minted teachers.  By far the more experienced teachers performed better than others. Don't confuse an experienced  teacher with a burnt out teacher.    It has taken me years to understand reflective practice not to mention organization strategies and positive classroom management w/o those silly reward incentives.  OP advocate for your child!

Typing fast please excuse the typos!

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