Teacher triumphs over excessive workload and secures fair treatment - an insightful discussion
Birgit Pitschmann, a teacher in Saxony-Anhalt, has found a glimmer of relief after a long-standing battle against the mandatory additional lesson. Two weeks ago, the Federal Administrative Court overturned the "look-ahead hour" for teachers, a ruling that benefits Pitschmann, who was dismissed for resisting it.
Pitschmann, who has dedicated 40 years of her life to education, was let go without notice after protesting against the additional lesson. The high workload and potential for more teacher absences made the extra hour problematic for her. Despite her dismissal, Pitschmann remains undeterred and wants to set an example for teachers suffering from increasing workloads.
The ruling has been a significant victory for Pitschmann, who is currently in an ongoing procedure at the labor court and expects compensation for the last two years and potential rehabilitation. However, she feels a mix of relief and uncertainty about the future.
Freie Moria, in a comment, compared the situation to the story of the dishwasher becoming a millionaire in the US, suggesting that resistance is important but rare. Pitschmann's trust in the state has been severely disrupted due to the dismissal and subsequent comments on social media.
Peter Pan, in a comment, pointed out that the hours a teacher had to work before the additional hour is not mentioned in the article, and he imagines an additional hour would be a catastrophe for teachers already working 25 to 28 weekly hours.
Harka2, in a comment, criticized the lack of accountability for the officials responsible for the escalation of the situation. There are still leading officials in Saxony-Anhalt who are responsible for the escalation and should be held accountable.
Public resistance has made it difficult for Pitschmann to find work, with applying for jobs in Lower Saxony being particularly difficult. However, Pitschmann now works as a learning companion at a newly founded free school.
The trial of Birgit Pitschmann will continue in Stendal in February. Meanwhile, a teacher from the Altmark is suing for reinstatement without an extra hour due to a ruling by the Higher Administrative Court. As the new year approaches, the dispute between Pitschmann and the state school office is set to continue.
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