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1 Benchmark: Classroom Management Philosophy and Plan Jocelyn Smith Grand Canyon University ECS 550: Child Guidance and Classroom Management for Typical and Atypical Behaviors Dr. Nicole Amos 3/06/2024

2 Contents Part I: Classroom Management Philosophy Understanding Behavior 3 Responding to Behavior 3 Cultural Sensitivity 4 School Readiness 4 Whole Child 5 Part II: Classroom Management Plan Classroom Management Models 5 Classroom Design 5 Classroom Environment 6 Collaboration with Learners and Colleagues 7 Rules 8 Routines 8 Behavioral Data Collection 9 Behavior Support and Intervention 10 References 11

3 Part I: Classroom Management Philosophy Classroom Management Philosophy A teacher’s classroom management philosophy refers to a teacher's personal beliefs and professional knowledge that guides them to the creation and execution of their classroom management plan. Everything from classroom rules, routines, environment, design, and behavior management is linked to the classroom philosophy. The classroom management philosophy is more than just tips and suggestions from a magazine article or an internet search. The strategies utilized to manage behavior and create routines have been tried and assessed by behavioral experts such as Lee Canter, Marlene Canter, Alfie kohn, and Rudolf Dreikus to name a few. Understanding Behavior When creating a classroom management plan and behavior intervention strategies it is best to consider an integrated approach. What does this mean? This means instead of negatively labeling a student, teachers should stop and take a moment to consider certain factors and circumstances. Factors such as the individual needs of students, the student’s family dynamics, and their culture. Considering such factors will guide educators to creating a classroom management plan and intervention strategies that are developmentally appropriate, and inclusive. Responding to Behaviors How a teacher responds to a student's behavior determines whether the matter is escalated or de-escalated. Teachers must understand the message behind the behavior. Often, students are trying to express themselves, and unfortunately students can express themselves in the worst way. The behavior could stem from an unmet need (hunger or fatigue) defiance, or frustration. When such situations arise, teachers should primarily be aware of their own emotions and demeanor before responding to the behavior. Students tend to feed off our emotions, which is

4 why it is important why we should remain calm, and speak in a compassionate tone, and proceed to validate the students’ feelings. When we validate the students’ feels we are communicating to that their feelings matter, and that we understand they are upset, but there are more appropriate ways to express them. Once we acknowledge the child’s feelings, we work to meet the need, and communicate that there are consequences for negative behaviors and what the consequences are. Culture Sensitivity To foster a culturally responsive learning environment, I believe I would need to get to know my students personally. This means taking the time to genuinely understand their backgrounds, interests, and experiences. It would not stop there. I would incorporate cultural awareness within the lesson plans and instruct students about various cultures and encourage students to respect the differences that make everyone unique. We can create opportunities for students to express themselves, by having the class complete projects that allows them to share their background. School Readiness Preparing students to exhibit classroom ready behavior starts with me, the teacher. It starts with me creating and providing a structured learning environment and routine. A structured learning environment and routines should be implemented and followed daily and consistently. To continue promoting classroom ready behaviors, the learning environment should also consistently enforce rules and consequences. The classroom rules should be clearly stated and visible in the classroom, and the reason behind the rules should be explained. I feel Consequences should be enforced when students fail to obey classroom rules. Consequences should be predetermined and followed through consistently. Whole Child

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