New Teachers
For new teachers who seek support and want to share the challenges and triumphs of first starting out in the classroom.
8 Proactive Classroom Management Tips
New teachers—and experienced ones too—can find ideas here on how to stop disruptive behavior before it begins.30 Techniques to Quiet a Noisy Class
Most teachers have a method of calling for quiet, and we’ve collected a variety of good ideas for elementary, middle, and high school.19 Big and Small Classroom Management Strategies
Successful classroom management relies on a handful of fundamental strategies and a larger number of quick interventions.13 Common Sayings to Avoid
Teachers should avoid the reflexive language of anger or frustration. Here's a list of these sayings, framed as opportunities to constructively address difficult student behavior.5 Quick Classroom-Management Tips for Novice Teachers
When it comes to managing a classroom, new teachers mostly learn on the fly, but here are some ideas you can use right away.6 Opening and Closing Routines for New Teachers
Check for understanding, manage your students, and build classroom community with these six opening and closing classroom routines.7 Tips for Better Classroom Management
In my mind, the first and most basic obligation of a teacher is to see the beauty that exists within every student. Every child is infinitely precious. Period. When we start from this vantage point, classroom management -- and its flip side, student engagement -- comes more easily. It's an outgrowth of students feeling loved and respected.