3 Classroom Management Plans Proven to Improve Student Behavior
Transform Your Classroom with Effective Behavior Management Systems
I had students cheering each other on, celebrating each other’s successes, and it felt like we were a family. It was so beautiful and wonderful. That’s when I realized I had discovered a behavior management system worth its weight in gold and I wanted to share these classroom management plans with other teachers struggling with challenging behavior.
3 Classroom Management Plans Proven to Improve Student Behavior
Hey there, I’m Katherine Barker. In this video, I’m sharing the three classroom behavior management plans that transformed my students’ behavior. I release a new video weekly, so be sure to like and subscribe to be the first to know when my new video drops.
What is a Behavior Management System?
First, let’s define what I mean by a behavior management system. A behavior management system is a planned approach to addressing both positive and negative behaviors in the classroom. It’s more than just responding to behavior in the moment or putting up classroom rules and reacting as issues arise. Instead, this comprehensive approach helps create a positive overall classroom environment.
My First Year Teaching: A Learning Experience
You may have heard the story of my first year teaching and the big mistake I made with classroom management. If not, let me share it briefly. I landed my dream job teaching transitional kindergarten. Excited, I focused heavily on creating a Pinterest-ready classroom. I spent countless hours on decor, neglecting to prepare a solid classroom management plan.
When the first week began, behaviors started to pop up. Consequently, I realized that a beautiful classroom means nothing if it’s chaotic. I quickly shifted my focus to developing a good behavior management system. As I layered different strategies, I noticed a significant improvement. Eventually, my classroom environment became positive and supportive, a place where both students and I loved to be.
The Three Layers of My Classroom Management Plans:
Now, let’s dive into the three layers of my behavior management system:
- Whole Class Behavior Management
- At the base of my system is positive reinforcement for the entire class. This involves rewarding the class for positive behavior, creating a collective responsibility and encouraging a supportive classroom atmosphere.
- Individual Behavior Management
- Moving up the pyramid, the next layer focuses on individual students. Each student is held accountable and receives positive reinforcement for their behavior. This can be privilege-based incentives or tangible rewards, tailored to fit the needs of each student.
- Targeted Student Behavior Management
- Finally, at the top of the pyramid are plans for students who need extra support. These students might struggle with impulsive actions or have frequent outbursts. Targeted plans provide additional aid and are typically temporary, phasing out as the student improves.
Positive Reinforcement in Action
To illustrate, positive reinforcement is all about rewarding desired behavior to encourage its recurrence. For example, if most students are distracted but one student is sitting attentively, I focus on praising that student. By highlighting good behavior, other students are motivated to follow suit. This verbal positive reinforcement creates a ripple effect without the need for reprimands.
Creating a Positive Classroom Environment Using the 3 Classroom Management Plans
In summary, imagine a pyramid: at the bottom is the whole class management, in the middle is individual management, and at the top is targeted management. This structure helps ensure that every student’s needs are met, from the collective to the individual level.
Implementing these systems changed the dynamics of my classroom, making it a wonderful learning space. If you’re experiencing challenging behavior or classroom management difficulties, know that there is hope. Change is possible, and effective strategies can make a significant difference.
Feel free to reach out for support. You can email me at Katherine@managingmunchkin.com. I’m here to help you every step of the way. Don’t forget to like and subscribe, and I’ll see you in the next video. Until then, happy teaching, my friend!
