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Language Teachers - do you feel respected in Poland? [86]
I am a private English teacher in Krakow and have a nice studio of private students - most of which are punctual, hard-working, and respectful towards me and of my time. However, a few bad apples show up every now and then. Today, I experienced a lack of respect from one such student that is probably the worst experience of my 6-year stint in Poland.
Due to the upcoming holiday, this student asked if he could meet this week on Tuesday instead of our normal time on Thursday. I told him that I could squeeze him in at 12:00, but it would be a tight fit since I had morning errands - he agreed. Well, he buzzed me from downstairs at 11:53 - I ignored it as I was taking a shower at the time. Then he buzzed a second time - I ignored it again (still in the shower). A couple of minutes later, he was at the door to my flat (having gained access to my building). I got out of the shower, wrapped myself in a towel, and told him that we were scheduled to meet at 12:00 and to wait until I was finished drying off, etc.
A few minutes later, he sent me an SMS which read, "I refuse to wait at your door - I resign our lessons." An absolute lack of respect for me AND my time -especally considering I accommodated his change-of-meeting request. Any similar stories? Do you teachers sometimes feel that Polish students have little to no respect for your time or your schedule? I'm interested in hearing your stories...