Disclosing disability to students
Found in: Studio Communication
Leeanne I., Australia
A question for those teachers with a disability: do you disclose your disability on your website or at your FIS? I have fibromyalgia. Sometimes I forget words for things (memory fog), drop things, or fall into the piano (weak muscles). It doesn’t affect my ability to teach or play the piano. I have told my current students and they are fine with it. Just wondering the best way to tell new or prospective students?
Mara K., Australia
I tell my prospective students beforehand but I don’t put it on my web advertising.
Pat M., Canada
I also have fibromyalgia so am subject to memory issues. What a blessing to have found this program that can actually help the memory. I tell my families about my condition at the time I’m having an issue and they are very supportive. I would not put this info on your website.