Crush on child's teacher - AIBU to even think about it?

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I think I’ve developed a bit of a crush on my child’s primary school teacher. We get on really well, but I’m assuming this is just them being friendly/professional.

I wouldn’t act on anything while my child is in their class, but AIBU to wonder if something could be possible once they’ve moved to a different class? Or is it only appropriate once they’ve left the school entirely?

Has anyone ever been in a similar position?

I've taught with lots of lovely young male teachers who have had single Mums develop crushes on them. It's so common and I have never, ever seen it reciprocated.

It's not a Hallmark film. The teacher is kind and empathetic with your child, but it is a professional relationship, not a personal one with you.

Haha yabu. I’m a single mum and as much as I like the look of a couple of teachers at the school I’d never do anything about it!

“Everyone involved” - surely there were only two people involved? The teacher and parent. I assume there was no audience to the request for a date. No more awkward than any other asking-out situation then.

Fwiw I think it’s inappropriate and v unlikely that the teacher returns the op’s feelings.

If a client asked me out, as a SW, another public servant, I would advise my supervisor. I would also advise coworkers if I felt harassed in any way, or like I needed to distance.

There’s no indication from the OP about the sexes involved, but I’ve been sexually harassed by clients for about three decades now and I’ve never either acted on it or kept it secret.

Oh no there was an audience. The parent asked at pick up infront of some other parents and staff

Oh no don’t be that guy. There are other guys/girls out there.

Why? I assume they are both adults therefore there is nothing wrong with having a crush in the slightest. Makes life more fun IMO 😍