I have had IC for 5 years. I am lucky that my case is mild and well-controlled. While I use the bathroom more than the average person, I really have no other limitations.
I am a teacher and have lucked out with my schedule so far because my lunch and prep period break up how many classes I teach in a row. However, next year my schedule has me teaching 2.5 hours straight through in the morning which is usually when I use the bathroom the most. Can I go during passing time? Sure, but maybe not every day and I'm afraid this would look bad if I return to class a few seconds late or am not in the hallway monitoring.
I know I am legally entitled to a reasonable accommodation (permission to use the bathroom during passing time). Here is my concern: I am a new-ish teacher and do not yet have tenure. My reviews are good and administration seems happy with me. However, I am reluctant to disclose a disability for fear of discrimination. Though it is illegal, it can and does happen.
Any advice for a non-tenure teacher in this situation? What should my first step be?
Thank you!
I am a teacher and have lucked out with my schedule so far because my lunch and prep period break up how many classes I teach in a row. However, next year my schedule has me teaching 2.5 hours straight through in the morning which is usually when I use the bathroom the most. Can I go during passing time? Sure, but maybe not every day and I'm afraid this would look bad if I return to class a few seconds late or am not in the hallway monitoring.
I know I am legally entitled to a reasonable accommodation (permission to use the bathroom during passing time). Here is my concern: I am a new-ish teacher and do not yet have tenure. My reviews are good and administration seems happy with me. However, I am reluctant to disclose a disability for fear of discrimination. Though it is illegal, it can and does happen.
Any advice for a non-tenure teacher in this situation? What should my first step be?
Thank you!

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