Social media has changed how we connect, blurring the lines between our professional and personal lives. For K-12 educators, this overlap creates both opportunities and risks. Teachers are seen as professionals, role models, and private individuals all at once. That makes managing social media more complex than it is for most other professionals.
When work and personal boundaries blur online, the consequences can be serious. A post meant for friends might reach parents, students, or administrators. Comments from years ago can resurface at the worst possible time. This guide offers practical strategies to maintain clear boundaries between your professional and personal social media presence.