‘If You Can’t Do The Job, Quit’ — Ghanaian Teacher Fires Back At Colleague Over School Conditions

A Ghanaian teacher has sparked discussion after responding to a female colleague who complained on social media about the poor condition of her school building, challenging her to compare her situation with the conditions in which he teaches.

In a video circulating online, the male teacher showcases a rural school building constructed with wooden materials, which appears to be in a severely deteriorated state and at risk of collapsing.

He uses the footage to argue that some teachers work under even more difficult conditions while continuing to report for duty and teach their pupils.

“The female teacher complaining on social media about the poor condition of her school building should look at this school and its office. You’re making noise; if you can’t do the job, quit,” he said.

His remarks were directed at the female teacher whose complaint about her school’s infrastructure had drawn attention online. Rather than simply sympathising with her concerns, he suggested that she should consider the conditions faced by teachers working in rural areas.

The wooden structure shown in the video raises concerns about the physical environment in which pupils receive lessons. A school building in such a condition can create challenges for both teachers and learners, particularly where the structure may not provide adequate protection or a safe space for learning.

However, the video alone does not establish the school’s exact location, the number of pupils who use the building, or whether education authorities have inspected the premises.

The teacher’s response has also brought attention to the wider issue of unequal school infrastructure. While some schools struggle with damaged buildings and inadequate facilities, teachers in other locations may face different challenges relating to the condition of their classrooms.

His comments have presented the issue as a question of perspective, suggesting that teachers should consider the experiences of colleagues working in more difficult circumstances.

At the same time, the condition of one school does not necessarily invalidate another teacher’s concerns about unsafe or deteriorating infrastructure. Both situations can point to the need for improved learning environments.

The video has therefore drawn attention not only to the exchange between the two educators but also to the conditions under which some teachers continue to work.

The discussion leaves a broader question about the responsibility of education authorities to ensure that teachers and pupils have access to safe and suitable school buildings, regardless of whether their schools are located in urban centres or rural communities.

Source: https://x.com/eddie_wrt/status/2113280285114548384?s=46

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