My Classroom Management System
First Grade
Procedural Expectations
Student Behavioral Expectations
My students will be responsible for creating their own classroom rules (with my directions and under my discretion). However, I will ensure that each of the following is included in some way:
1. Treat others as I would want to be treated.
2. Respect the belongings of others as my own.
3. Pay attention to the teacher when instructed.
4. Be responsible for my own learning.
5. Treat my classroom well and try to keep it from becoming very messy.
The consequences for broken rules will vary depending upon the rule that has been violated. Each rule will be given a specified number of “chances” and the degree of correction for each “chance” will be predetermined and understood. The rules and consequences, both positive and negative, will be written in a language that is easily understood by the students and will also be decided upon by the students (at the teacher’s discretion). Each consequence will be specifically related to the violated rule and will be constructed in a way that makes sense to everyone involved. Each students and his/her parents or caregivers will receive a copy of the rules and consequences once they have been established.
These procedures will vary slightly depending upon the grade level taught. This directly relates to the various cognitive and social abilities of different age and grade levels. In the circumstance of team teaching, I believe that my management system will still be effectual. However, I am willing to adjust this system to each classroom situation.
First Grade
Procedural Expectations
- Students should raise their hands when needing assistance. If I do not see them or acknowledge them after waiting to a count of ten, they should say my name.
- During question and answer sessions, students will be called on by their first names or specified nicknames.
- Students are to enter the classroom in a reasonable and designated manner as rehearsed and modeled by the teacher. They must obtain permission to leave the room.
- Children will be instructed on how to obtain instructional materials as circumstances dictate.
- Children will store their personal items in a neat, organized manner in the designated “cubbies” or folders.
- Students will visit the drinking fountain and restroom in a large group. On other, emergent occasions, students will be allowed to go to the water fountain or restroom after obtaining permission from me or my assistant.
- During class interruptions, students will be instructed to continue their activity as if no interruption has occurred. If there is an emergency or drill, they shall do as they are instructed and as rehearsed. Upon return to the classroom, they shall resume their activities as if no interruption had occurred.
- If a child is late in arriving to class, he/she should join the classroom activities with a minimum of distraction and interruption, checking with other students for any instructions or assistance. If further assistance is needed, he/she may check with the teacher. If a child must leave early, he/she should depart only after notifying the teacher and with a minimum of disruption to the class.
- Students shall place their completed work in the area designated for such. “Work in progress” will be placed in an area designated for such until it is complete.
Student Behavioral Expectations
My students will be responsible for creating their own classroom rules (with my directions and under my discretion). However, I will ensure that each of the following is included in some way:
1. Treat others as I would want to be treated.
2. Respect the belongings of others as my own.
3. Pay attention to the teacher when instructed.
4. Be responsible for my own learning.
5. Treat my classroom well and try to keep it from becoming very messy.
The consequences for broken rules will vary depending upon the rule that has been violated. Each rule will be given a specified number of “chances” and the degree of correction for each “chance” will be predetermined and understood. The rules and consequences, both positive and negative, will be written in a language that is easily understood by the students and will also be decided upon by the students (at the teacher’s discretion). Each consequence will be specifically related to the violated rule and will be constructed in a way that makes sense to everyone involved. Each students and his/her parents or caregivers will receive a copy of the rules and consequences once they have been established.
These procedures will vary slightly depending upon the grade level taught. This directly relates to the various cognitive and social abilities of different age and grade levels. In the circumstance of team teaching, I believe that my management system will still be effectual. However, I am willing to adjust this system to each classroom situation.