School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton Helping Teachers Thrive: Strategies for Managing Tough Classes (with Jessica Werner)
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Oct 20, 2024 Jessica Werner, Founder and CEO of North Shore Learning, shares her insights on managing tough classrooms. She emphasizes the importance of teacher well-being and mental resilience, revealing how personal stress thresholds can affect classroom dynamics. Practical strategies for building empathetic relationships with challenging students are discussed, promoting an inclusive environment. The podcast also highlights the significance of community-building activities and the need for teacher collaboration to enhance engagement and reduce stress.
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Planning for Tough Classes
- Establish clear routines and procedures before meeting students.
- Seek external support without hesitation if a class becomes tough.
Managing a Sliding Class
- When classroom behavior gets out of control, take a short break to regroup.
- Model self-regulation by taking deep breaths or briefly stepping away.
Balancing Consistency and Flexibility
- Consistency is key, but flexibility is also important in classroom management.
- Address students' differing needs by explaining that everyone requires different things to succeed.