Classroom Management Plan
Classroom Management Plan
Classroom Management Plan
Emanuela Giblin
Table of Contents
o Philosophy of Classroom Management…………………….……….1
o Behavioral Expectations………………………………………………..2
Motivation…………………………………………………………..4
Classroom Organization……………………………...………….6
Classroom Arrangement…………………………………...……7
Classroom Procedures…………………………………...………8
o Pre-School Checkoff…………………………………………………….9
o Classroom Mottos……………………………………………….……...11
o Classroom Rules………………………………………………………...12
o Hierarchy of Consequences………………………………………....13
o Instructional Planning………………………………………………….14
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Philosophy of Classroom Management
There is not a doubt in my mind that EVERY student I encounter, has the capability of
thriving and accomplishing ANYTHING they set their mind to. As a teacher, it is crucial to have
this mindset because why are you going to spend your time teaching students if you lack faith in
them? I am willing to put my whole mind and heart into teaching, and I will expect my students
to try their best in my classroom. Even if they do not like English class, I at least want to them to
respect me as a teacher and come into class with an open mind. I am willing to work with
students and help them in any way that I can. I will give all of my students respect, as long as
My planning will be based on what I think is meaningful for students to learn. My goal is to
constantly make connections from literature or skills that they learn (such as writing, critical
thinking, analyzing, forming interpretations) connect to the real world. That is what education
should be centered around. My approaches in teaching will vary, but will always be done in a
creative way, ranging from whole class to small groups to independent work. My teaching will
also incorporate visual, auditory, and most definitely hands-on activities to constantly keep my
students engaged during class. I plan on challenging my students, not to see them fail, but to
push them into being the best and smartest version of themselves.
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Behavioral Expectations
Even though I want my students
prepared, doing their work, staying organized, and overall trying their best
and contributing to what they are learning. I am sure students will face
classroom and that I am there to help them in any way that I can. I want
them to not only develop academically, but also socially, mentally, and
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Creating Positive Relationships
In order to have a successful classroom, creating positive relationships
with the students is key. A student is more likely to blossom and flourish if they
have a supportive, loving, and caring teacher, who wants nothing but the best
for them. Creating that trust and bond with the students not only makes the
learning process more fun, but it also makes what you teach the students more
meaningful. If the students know that you support them in all that they do, they
will gain that sense of pride, and want you to feel proud of their work. If a
teacher does not care about a student, why would a student try hard in his or
her class? If the teacher does not care, why should the student? A smile, hello,
calling the student by his or her name (correctly), asking how he or she is doing
can go such a long way. Students need someone to look up to and teachers
should be that role-model figure.
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Minimizing Disruptive Behavior
There could be many reasons as to why a student is misbehaving in class. For
medication side effects, or pressures from home or society. Other factors could be the
concerns with teacher instruction. It is important for a teacher to narrow in and figure
out what is causing a student to misbehave. So in order to figure out the problem and
minimize disruptive behavior in the classroom, I will go about this in three phases:
Prevention Phase:
Intervention Phase
Teacher should:
Penalty Phase
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Classroom Organization
The appearance of the classroom plays a significant
factor into how well a student focuses. Maintaining an
organized classroom is a must! It benefits both the
student and the teacher. In order to create an
organized classroom, I plan on having an “absent work
bin,” in which students can find the work they missed
according to what period they are in. Students will be
given an extra to complete the assignment since they
were not in class the previous day. If a student is out for two or more days, I expect him
or her to come speak to me so I can catch them on their work.
There will even be “turn-in” bin (such as the picture below), in which students will
place the homework that is due that day, along with any makeup/late work. If students
do this as soon as they enter my classroom, it will keep things in order and save time
instead of me going around and collecting the homework. Also below, is an example
of how I will label the supplies in my room. This method will not only keep things in order,
but also be easy for the students to locate, use, and return without having to ask me if I
have a certain object they can borrow.
I also plan on having different hall passes set up near the door so instead of having
students interrupt my class, they will simply sign out and take a designated pass with
them. This will help eliminate distractions from occurring. To continue on with the theme
of distraction, my next page is a layout in how I plan on setting up my classroom. Once I
get to know the students and their personalities, I may switch to having the desks be in
small groups, but until then, the way the desk are not only give the students a good
view on the board, but also me as I walk up and down the isle when teaching. My desk
is placed in an area where I can see all students. Ultimately, I will strive to have a
neatly, creatively, and strategically organized classroom that will enhance student
learning and keep things in order with as little distractions as possible.
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Classroom Arrangement
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Procedure for going to the bathroom:
1. Look to see if there is anyone already using the bathroom pass- only 2 students (1 boy and 1 girl) out at a time.
2. Get up quickly and quietly from your seat.
3. Take the pass with you and sign your name on the piece of paper before you leave.
4. Be quick, return the pass, and sit back down in your seat when done.
I will have one boy and girl pass for my class. Instead of students raising their hand and wasting time by asking to go to the bathroom,
having them just go and sign their name on a piece of paper is the quickest and least distracting way. If I notice that students are taking
too long in the bathroom, I will ask them to write the time they leave and return from the bathroom. If I notice that certain students are
constantly using the bathroom during my class, I will talk to them and take away their privilege of using the bathroom. When they leave
the classroom to go to the bathroom, they must take the bathroom pass with them. When they return from the bathroom, they return the
pass and go back to their seat.
1. Even if the bell rings, wait until I finish talking before you leave.
2. Clean up any mess or put back any borrowed supplies.
3. Clear off your desk and pack your backpack.
4. Remain in your seats until the bell rings (if I have finished teaching).
Things can get a little tricky when class is over. If the bell rings and I am still teaching, I would like my students to remain patient and let me
finish what I need to tell them. However, if I get done a little early and they are waiting for the bell to ring, they should clean up after
themselves, pack up all their belongings, and wait in their seats until the bell dismisses them.
When doing group work, I would like my students to move wherever their group is and bring their belongings and materials needed so
they can focus in on getting the assignment done. If students do not know each other, I would like them to introduce themselves so that
everyone in my class knows one another by name. This will also help with making everyone feel comfortable and know who is in their
group. Of course, since there are several students per group, there is supposed to be talking occurring, however, the noise level should
not get too loud because it will distract other groups from doing their work.
1. I will stand in front of the class and clap my hands in a certain pattern when I need your attention.
2. When you hear this, stop whatever you are doing and clap the same pattern back to me.
3. This will continue until everyone is quiet and looking at me.
4. Listen for my direction.
Getting my classes attention, especially when they are getting out of hand, is essential. I have decided that the best way for students to
realize they are getting too loud or I need to give them instructions (whether in the classroom or anywhere else I may be with them) is by
clapping my hands in a certain pattern. Once my students hear me clapping, I expect them to stop whatever they may be doing,
respond back to my clapping pattern, not talk, and look at me. This will get everyone’s attention so I can give them instructions on what I
need them to do.
1. Students must come up to me at the beginning of class and remind me that they were absent the previous day(s).
2. Students will then check the designated bin to see what work they missed. If there are any questions in regards to what needs
to be done, students must come and talk to me at the end of class.
3. Students will then be responsible for making up the work that night.
I will be more than happy to speak to students about what they missed and catch them up, but this approach teaches students
responsibility. They are responsible for catching up on their work and getting it done in a timely manner or else points will be deducted
from their work.
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Pre-School Checkoff
Introduction to faculty and staff.
Fire Drills
Assemblies
Email Communication
Technology Policies
Lockdowns
2 Hours Delays/ Early Dismissals
Severe Weather Drills
Review the school’s curriculum
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Introduction Letters to Parents
Sincerely,
Emanuela Giblin
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Classroom Mottos
My main goal in teaching is for my students to find their voice. They will flourish in my
classroom by not only broadening their horizons in regards to what literature we read,
but also find themselves through their work, writing, and reading. It is essential for
students to realize their worth, realize how important their voices are in this world, and
see the importance of other people’s voices too. Writing and literature will expose my
students to real life situations, along with coming to terms with the person that they are
and who they want to become and achieve.
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Classroom
1. Come to class prepared with materials and a positive attitude.
4. Pay attention and do not talk while the teacher is talking and
giving directions.
talking.
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Hierarchy of Consequences
Tier 1- Mild Consequences
1. Teacher gives a “teacher look” to the student.
2. Teacher walks near the student.
3. Teacher points to the work the student is supposed to be doing.
4. Teacher says the name of the student, either privately or in front of the class.
5. Teacher comments on other students who are behaving appropriately.
6. Teacher tells the student- either privately or publicly- that, if he/she continues,
a particular consequence will occur.
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Instructional Planning
Setting objectives for your students and executing those objectives can be done in
countless ways. I plan on having a range of small group activities, seminars, class
discussions, debates, partner work, independent work, projects, tests, papers, games,
and portfolios. Each student bears their own strengths and weaknesses, so by having
authentic and fair assessments integrated in my lessons, it not only brings out the
creativity in each student, but also differentiates instruction, in which challenges
student’s thinking and understanding in unique ways.
Ultimately, I have to remove any barrier a student may have in regards to what is
being taught. Creating an encouraging classroom that pushes students to ask higher-
order questions is the goal. I want all of my students’ minds to blossom with knowledge
and grasp all the meaningful concepts and life-long skills they will develop in my
classroom!
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