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South Korea teacher faces child abuse complaints from parents of student who allegedly bit her

The teacher allegedly suffered repeated injuries from the student.

South Korea teacher faces child abuse complaints from parents of student who allegedly bit her

In South Korea, a kindergarten teacher is facing accusations of child abuse from the parents of a student who allegedly bit her repeatedly. The Sejong City Office of Education announced plans to safeguard teachers at the kindergarten while ensuring the child could remain in classes. The parents had lodged two child abuse complaints in July, alleging that the school had mishandled their child's behavior issues.

In response to the complaints, fellow teachers protested silently, holding signs questioning the treatment of teachers as potential abusers. The teacher suffered injuries and a concussion following the incidents, and police investigated the allegations by collecting CCTV footage on October 30. Despite the measures taken, the teacher and child continued attending the same kindergarten, and the teacher was placed on sick leave to maintain a separation.

The education office stepped in, offering legal assistance and psychological support to the teacher and staff.

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