Earlier I talked about how a young teacher assistant was harassed because of her tattoos, who later resigned from her job. I asked if they agreed with the parents and whether their children should be taught by a heavily tattooed or even just tattooed teacher, if that would raise any issues. Both stated that “just because you are tattooed in a more visible area, it does not affect your work in any way. Yes, it may not be the most professional, especially if you are teaching younger students, but it is simply a permanent art on the body. Nothing more." I also asked if it makes you less professional to have tattoos and piercings. They both said: “Tattoos just vary based on what you get. Also the job you choose to take on. Simon then continued saying: “I was lucky to be able to take on such a big job with all the tattoos I have, I really had to challenge myself and work hard just to overcome that barrier of discrimination due to my tattoos, but no, I don't think all tattoos and piercings don't make you less professional either, as long as your tattoos are equally respectful and not excessive