Teacher left to run school alone finally gets some help

Firing on all cylinders: Krit Chomphra, 34, teaches youngsters to write the Thai alphabet at Ban Nong Heang School in Phanom Sarakham district of Chachoengsao. As the only teacher and staff member there, he has been running himself ragged doing the jobs of janitor, cook, office clerk and headmaster.

CHACHOENGSAO: Since Ban Nong Heang School in Phanom Sarakham district is understaffed, Krit Chomphra, 34, has to multitask to ensure day-to-day operations go smoothly and students receive a proper education.

As the only teacher and staff member at the micro-school of 20 students, Mr Krit also has to juggle multiple roles as a janitor, cleaner, cook and administrator.