“No One is Available to Support Me.”

Written By Matt Dusenbury

I am teaching Grade 1 this year and have 23 students which is over the 20-limit cap. 2 students with autism and 2 students with behavioural needs. Our school has 1 full-time Special Needs Assistant (SNA) and 1 half-time SNA but that’s simply not enough for our entire school. When there is chair throwing, aggressive shouting or major disruptions, I call for assistance but am told that no one is available to come and support me and my students.

– Elementary Teachers of Toronto Member

Matt Dusenbury
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