UPDATE: Teacher caught on tape in classroom accused of being drunk by students

 Beau Zimmer     9 months ago
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Land O' Lakes, Florida-- A teacher caught on tape by students suggestively dancing and "grinding" on her students has come to an agreement with the Florida Department of Education, which would possibly allow her to teach again after four years on suspension.

Kylene Nelson lost her job at Rushe Middle School in Land O' Lakes after allegations back in March she was drinking on the job.

Students used camera phones to video tape the teacher in a language arts class as she danced with students, making them feel uncomfortable.

"We all barricaded ourselves behind the desks," said one student who asked not to be identified over fear she'd get in trouble at school.

The state agreement would allow Nelson to reapply for a teaching job in Florida after four years of suspension if she completes a substance abuse program. If rehired, she'd then be on probation for another three years.

The agreement between Nelson and the state still requires final approval.

Click here to see our original story.

Beau Zimmer, 10 Connects
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