How can we ask whanau to keep unwell tamariki at home, when we come to work sick as we have no sick leave left.

What does the issue of sick leave mean for you as a teacher, and the tamariki you teach?

How can we ask whanau to keep unwell tamariki at home, when we come to work sick as we have no sick leave left. 10 days between myself and my dependents equates to no sick leave by the end of term 2.I know many families are in a similar position but aren’t we meant to lead by example.

What will it take to fix sick leave for kindergarten teachers?

More days allowing for domestic leave as well.

When we fix sick leave, what impact will that change have on you as a teacher, and the tamariki you teach?

Kaiako who are well and healthy can cope better, therefore teach better and be more responsive to tamariki.