ELM250 Classroom Management Plan PDF

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Your personal classroom management plan is the cornerstone for the structure of your classroom environment. The tone of your classroom environment is reflected in your professional communication with students, families, and colleagues. It is also reflected in your management, engagement, and instruc...

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Benchmark-My Personal Classroom Management Plan Taylor Suppes-Johnson ELM-250 05/31/2021 William Lawrence

2 Table of Contents Professionalism

Page: 3

Student Engagement Strategies

Page: 4

My Philosophy on Classroom Management

Page: 4-6

Classroom Procedures

Page: 6-7

Rules, Consequences, and Reward System

Page: 7-8

Classroom Arrangement

Page: 8-9

Communication with Families

Page: 9-10

Classroom Management Evaluation

Page: 11-12

Reflection

Page: 12

References

Page: 13

3 Professionalism: Teachers must ask themselves if they are prepared for this huge task if they have what it takes to build and represent individuals who have the potential to do big things in life. After finishing the table in topic 1, I realized that we are kept to high and important expectations as teachers and that we are the catalyst that will decide how our students view the world and their positions in it. Many developments in today’s world have made it difficult to understand the once tried and tested perfect standard of teaching; we must be innovative and lifelong learners. Since our students retain a lot of what we are teaching them before they go out into the world, every moment must be planned. Individuals who believe in service to the world around them must be aware of trends, how they will impact them, and what they can do about it. As educators, we must provide them with the resources to be researchers, foster social justice and equality, uphold proper confidentiality requirements, and exercise fairness in all fields, including evaluations. Children nowadays are bombarded by so many distractions that they become forgetful. The world is running, and children and families may feel as if they are losing the battle, but we must do what God commands, which is to nurture their minds, help them emotionally and physically, and instill in them the trust that no matter where they are in the battle, they must complete it. As a future educator, I see children learning habits and what works with them from the beginning, so I know right away whether I’m going to win or lose with them. To create a well-rounded person who can only continue to move forward, I must be prepared with lesson plans, point of contact, family engagement, summative and structured evaluations, and teamwork skills. Make the most of any opportunity by making it teachable, age-appropriate, and meaningful so that students can have it for when they need it.

4 Student Engagement Strategies: Clear and simple expectations which leave less space for error, is an excellent technique that has proven to be successful. Having a simple schedule and transition routine will help students get where they’re going and know what’s coming next can help them become more involved in the task at hand. We should not be equal all the time, each child needs something different, which means that certain children need more than others. As a result, there could be a need for differentiation, so I’d like to include different materials and learning activities at different levels of difficulty. Students would be more interested in what they are learning if they use a variety of learning opportunities. If I see a particular student the requires assistance, I will provide mini-lessons, hands-on learning, and self-directed learning. I’d also like to share information about myself and be transparent to demonstrate that I care. When we feel loved, acknowledged, and cared for, we perform better and continue to behave positively and in a good manner. I want to involve students so that they feel comfortable telling me when they don’t understand what is being taught in class so that we can work together in making sure they get the extra assistance that they are needing to master the topic.

My Philosophy of Classroom Management: As a future educator, I think that a successful classroom management strategy requires both student and teacher limits, guidelines, and expectations. It is important to address these standards with students at the start of the school year so that they are aware of the expectations. “Kids will only fulfill behavior standards if they know what the expectations are,” (Lee, 2021). I also believe that all children, regardless of race, language, or economic status, will

5 learn and aspire to do their best if they feel at ease, happy, confident, knowledgeable, inspired and that their teacher recognizes them. The two behavior management programs that grabbed my interest were Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Love and Logic. Using eye gestures, body signs, or hands-on methods, I believe, can help you catch a child's attention without making them feel embarrassed in front of their peers. Harry Wong's concept of a well-managed classroom is also one I believe should be implemented. A well-organized and planned-out teacher is the foundation of a well-managed classroom. The teacher must always be one step ahead of the game. For the sake of the teacher and the students, a day cannot be spontaneous or unplanned. I assume that when a child has too much time on his or her hands, he or she will act out. My classroom management system encourages good behavior by ensuring that the goals I set for my students are met. Being truthful, showing respect for one another, assisting one another, adhering to the rules, and so on. I will encourage learning by pre-planning lessons following Colorado Education Standards. Individual learning needs like IEPs, and BIPs will all be recognized during the planning process. We will concentrate as a class on teaching and modeling social and emotional learning strategies that facilitate reflection and self-awareness, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills to foster positive social interactions and motivation. We'll also focus on the social skills in groups and individually, as well as communication skills as a whole class. In terms of motivation, I believe it is influenced by both the educator and the setting. I can ensure that the students are in a stable and safe atmosphere by ensuring that they are aware that someone is there to protect and listen to them. I'll help them gain faith by setting attainable, enjoyable goals for them and entrusting them with responsibilities.

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Classroom Procedures: Procedures are extremely crucial in the classroom to reduce distractions and enhance teaching time. To do this, instructors must choose effective classroom procedures and routines that decrease confusion, downtime, and distractions. When switching to a new class or activity, using efficient practices can help ensure speedier transitions. Teachers who spend time during the first week of school having students perform these routines over and again will save time throughout the year (Meador, 2019). My first procedure is for students to come into class quietly, put their belongings in their designated spot, grab materials that are needed to start the day, turn in homework, and sit at their desks and read a book while they wait for the day to start. My second procedure is for students to work quietly on other homework, read a book, or play an educational game app on their iPads after the test/quiz is completed. Step one is to not speak until the instructor asks a question, step two is to put the test in the basket on the front table, and step three is to work quietly on other schoolwork, read a book, or play an educational game app. My third procedure is to utilize school resources. Take the supply bin you want from the back of the room to your desk to use it. When using any of the classroom resources, treat them as if they were your own by putting caps back on markers, not breaking pencils, not throwing materials, and returning them to the bin after you are through. The final step is to restore the bins to their original location when you have finished utilizing them. My last procedure is how to be safe and responsible when using technology in the classroom; the first step is to log in using your school's email and password. Step 2 make sure you're only doing research on school-approved websites, step 3 never connect with strangers on the internet, step 4 report any cyberbullying you notice, and step 5 if you're not sure about a website, ask an adult (Strauss, 2012).

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Rules, Consequences, and Reward System: Determining and establishing appropriate rules and punishments, as well as a reward system, are what make a classroom predictable and safe for students to fulfill their learning goals. It is critical to establish and explain rules and consequences to kids so that they understand what actions are acceptable and which are not. When rules are simple and expressed clearly, there is less possibility for misunderstanding and the usage of penalties is reduced. Rules should be positive in nature, indicating what they should do rather than what they should not do. At this grade level, making discipline more about responsibility than punishment is critical for kids to feel physically comfortable, cognitively stimulated, and emotionally supported. The rules that I will implement in my classroom are raise your hand and hold it up until your name is announced, in class walk, don’t run, maintain personal space with your hands, feet, and items, treat others with respect, share with others. If students choose to not follow the rules their consequences are a reminder of what is expected, head down for five minutes, loss of play time at recess, time spent at the center is lost, depending on the severity of the behavior, change the face to yellow or red. For a reward system to be effective, teachers must ensure that it is motivating for the children in the classroom. My reward system for my class will be a toy from the treasure box every week if they maintain a green face throughout the week and turn in all of their assignments completed. Every Friday, I'll make a spreadsheet to track who has received an award and keep track of who hasn't. If a kid has a green face for the entire week, the teacher will award them with a toy from the treasure box on Friday. The teacher will also give a piece of candy to kids who turn in their homework on Friday.

8 Classroom Arrangement and Cooperative Learning: The students all have a good view of the teacher and the projector in this classroom layout, which reduces distractions. Students look to the side rather than the back of someone's head, which makes them feel more included in the class. The furniture is spaced out to allow the classroom to move freely. There is a small library with chairs on both sides to promote flexible seating. There is an easily accessible sink for students to wash their hands. The shelves will store class materials like books, frequently used flash cards, homework baskets, extra worksheets, individual students’ bins, and the iPad charging station. Under the shelves are going to be open lockers for all of the students to store their backpacks and lunch boxes. The storage cabinet will hold things extra school supplies, teaching materials, and games. The teacher may also speak with each team personally because they are divided into teams. So that the kids know who the teacher is speaking to, the instructor can call on team one, two, and so on. The ability for students to communicate with one another and build one another up will improve classroom morale and encourage safe communication. Each table has at least four kids, which is a wellbalanced, even amount. When the kids are attempting to have a discussion or work on a project together, they will not feel overwhelmed.

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Communication with Families As a new teacher for my upcoming students, I would send a letter to their parents explaining who I am and what I would be doing in the classroom this year. This is how my letter might look: Greetings, Parents! Hello, my name is Taylor Johnson, and I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself and inform you about myself as your child's homeroom teacher. In 2023, I graduated from Grand Canyon University with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, where I learned a variety of teaching styles and worked with a variety of teachers in a variety of settings. A teacher who genuinely cared about her kids inspired me to pursue my dream of becoming a teacher. Being a teacher is one of the most fulfilling occupations a person can have. My classroom philosophy as

10 your child's teacher is as follows: I believe that a teacher in a classroom isn't there to lecture your child all day about the curriculum that they need to learn, but rather to build a meaningful relationship with them. I know that I have a few teachers with whom I have a meaningful relationship and with whom I still talk and ask for advice as a new teacher. I think that every kid in my class should feel secure, wanted, and at ease, because I want your kid to feel free to come to me with any problems they are experiencing, even if they are not linked to school. In addition, I want my students to feel that they can work together and have a good time in my class. I want to engage kids in a number of methods, including educational games, group projects, hands-on activities, and technology. I feel that excellent and open communication between educators and parents is critical for any student's performance in the classroom and for everyone to be on the same page for the student's progress. I want to send out a monthly letter that includes information about what the class is studying for the month, any upcoming homework/projects, and classroom rules and expectations. You can keep a copy of your kid's class letter and the rules somewhere in your house where both you and your kid may view them. I'd like to share the rules in my classroom with you since they provide stability at school and at home, so please feel free to utilize them at home. It is critical that we establish a constructive, collaborative connection in order to enhance your child's overall well-being, and we can do so through constructive teamwork. Teachers and parents both have an important role in helping students succeed. When parents and teachers communicate and collaborate successfully, each student's long-term performance can be dramatically impacted.

11 Classroom Management Evaluation Even if I am not yet a teacher, I am confident that I will never stop studying new things in order to become one. A teacher isn't perfect and won't have all of the answers. To be able to grow professionally and better myself as a future educator, I aim to seek advice from the students' families, my colleagues, and the community. At the start of the school year, parents will complete a questionnaire regarding their child's skills, struggles, and life outside of school, as well as their own hopes and anxieties for their child. Gaining a better understanding of my students will aid me in learning how to teach them and satisfy their needs. When I need support with a class, I ask my colleagues to share some of their teaching ideas and activities with me so that I may improve my class. As a future educator, I feel it is critical for all teachers to share what works for them, since what they learn can help me understand how to approach particular areas of the curriculum from another teacher's viewpoint. Finally, in order to improve my professionalism and classroom management, I would seek out to people of the community to learn about their experiences with me as a teacher in their neighborhood. In terms of student conduct and equality, a teacher has a legal commitment to treat students with the highest 11 respects, regardless of color, age, gender, culture, environment, or socioeconomic context. It is the legal responsibility of the instructor to apply the same rules and regulations to all students. Because that would not be an example of equality, none of the kids will have a separate set of rules to follow than the other kids. For each kid, the punishments for poor behavior and the incentives for good conduct should be the same.

Reflection I made some improvements to my classroom management strategy based on the feedback I received from my peers throughout this class. For example, I failed to include my references in

12 my first draft, which was due in Week 3, and then included them in my plan when some of my peers noted that I lacked references in my evaluation. Because I didn't read the instructions for the Benchmark project until after the second rough draft was due in Week 5, I also forgot to include the title page and table of contents to my rough draft. I didn't make many changes to my plan since I believe my management strategy is well-suited to my future class. Every word or piece of advice from my classmates and instructor was much appreciated. These are useful as learning tools and for helping me improve in areas where I need to improve. It's always helpful to have other people look over my work.

Reference:

Kasprowicz, T. (2002). Managing the Classroom with Technology. On Progress Reports and Online Communications, and How to Manage the Two Different Communication Techniques. Tech Directions, 61(10), 26-28 Lee, A. M. I. (2021, April 19). PBIS: What you need to know. Understood. https://www.understood.org/en/learning-thinking-differences/treatmentsapproaches/educational-strategies/pbis-how-schools-support-positive-behavior.

13 Make your dream classroom a reality. Kaplan Early Learning Company. (n.d.). https://www.kaplanco.com/resources/floorplanner.asp.

Meador, D. (n.d.). 10 Effective Strategies to Boost Student Learning Time. ThoughtCo. https://www.thoughtco.com/strategies-for-teachers-to-maximize-student-learning-time4065667.

Strauss, V. (2012, July 31). 5 ways to teach kids to use technology safely. The Washington Post. https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/answer-sheet/post/5-ways-to-teach-kids-to-usetechnology-safely/2012/07/30/gJQAbEClLX_blog.html....