Confidence is very key. What a lot of teachers don’t talk about is what we do outside the classroom. Getting plenty of rest, eating well and relaxing away from school gives you the resources to deal with things that happen in school. Confidence and relaxation are intertwined very closely for me 😊
Again, tremendous advice. However, I was a successful high school teacher for 27 years and in my later years, I learned NEVER to give out rules on the first day. Why? Because that is what most teachers do and I wanted to be the standout teacher of the day, so I made my first lesson first-class and most of my students after that class liked and respected me. Children will never learn much from you if they don't like and respect you. Don't listen to the cynics who tell you not to smile before Christmas. So long as you are mentally tough and respect yourself you can smile and laugh as much as you like. If you can make your class as engaging as possible you won't need to use too many behaviour strategies. Confidence is a huge factor. Teenagers are like animals - they sense fear and discomfort in their teachers. You have to teach as if authority is built into your DNA - "Could somebody close that back door, please? Thank you!" To be a great teacher you have to be yourself, but you also have to act a little. I tried never to say things like "Look this way" or "quieten down". Instead, I did things that made students want to be quiet and listen to me. Great teachers have a presence - they manage to fill up a room with themselves.
@@jianniwilliams5876 I got on with engaging my audience. If you can hook your students with something they want to hear, they will quieten down and listen.
I relate to a lot of what you're saying as I was a secondary teacher but I now teach year 2. I said "can someone turn of the lights" and has 5 children race to the light switch. Completely different kettle of fish. Feel like I'm having to re learn everything.
@@claritywithclare2987 You are spot-on, Clare. I am a primary school governor, and when I observe the teachers, I'm amazed by their skills. I, too, would have to acquire a radically different skill set and outlook to connect with much younger children. Good luck.
Thanks for your great advice. The worst feeling ever in teaching is the first time a class gets completely out of control. It made me want to quit and never go in front of a class again because I was convinced I wasn't cut out for the job. It's catch 22 because to regain control you must be confident but when things go haywire the first time you're going to be intimidated. The first time I had success bringing chaos under control I did it by ignoring the troublesome ones and going around giving positive attention and praise to the ones that were being good. That can work even when you're not feeling confident.
Fantastic advice. I am in real trouble. One of my year 9 classes (14-15 year olds) is out of control and I need to regain control asap. I am actually fearful of going to class tomorrow.
Sit down with them. Admit defeat. Get to know them. Be honest with them because they can sense BS and only respect honesty from my experience. Make the ringleader your friend.
Thank you so much! These advices, examples and personal stories gave me a better understanding of teaching. I found the proof and explanation for some of my unconcious feelings about misbehavior and the ways to deal with it.
Thank you for this video! I’ve been working as a teacher in Ukraine for 8 years and moved to the Uk. So now everything starts from the beginning for me. But in this video I found many things I couldn’t structuring in my head before. Thank you it is a big support for me!
Ask the original teacher to write some notes about the general vibe of the class, way they conduct lessons, troublemakers etc so you have some idea about the battlefield instead of being thrown in blind
Confidence is very key. What a lot of teachers don’t talk about is what we do outside the classroom. Getting plenty of rest, eating well and relaxing away from school gives you the resources to deal with things that happen in school. Confidence and relaxation are intertwined very closely for me 😊
Again, tremendous advice. However, I was a successful high school teacher for 27 years and in my later years, I learned NEVER to give out rules on the first day. Why? Because that is what most teachers do and I wanted to be the standout teacher of the day, so I made my first lesson first-class and most of my students after that class liked and respected me. Children will never learn much from you if they don't like and respect you. Don't listen to the cynics who tell you not to smile before Christmas. So long as you are mentally tough and respect yourself you can smile and laugh as much as you like. If you can make your class as engaging as possible you won't need to use too many behaviour strategies.
Confidence is a huge factor. Teenagers are like animals - they sense fear and discomfort in their teachers. You have to teach as if authority is built into your DNA - "Could somebody close that back door, please? Thank you!" To be a great teacher you have to be yourself, but you also have to act a little. I tried never to say things like "Look this way" or "quieten down". Instead, I did things that made students want to be quiet and listen to me. Great teachers have a presence - they manage to fill up a room with themselves.
Kindly elaborate on what you did instead of saying "quiet down"
@@jianniwilliams5876 I got on with engaging my audience. If you can hook your students with something they want to hear, they will quieten down and listen.
I begin every class with a motivational moment - usually a video from RUclips.
I relate to a lot of what you're saying as I was a secondary teacher but I now teach year 2. I said "can someone turn of the lights" and has 5 children race to the light switch. Completely different kettle of fish. Feel like I'm having to re learn everything.
@@claritywithclare2987 You are spot-on, Clare. I am a primary school governor, and when I observe the teachers, I'm amazed by their skills. I, too, would have to acquire a radically different skill set and outlook to connect with much younger children. Good luck.
Thanks for your great advice. The worst feeling ever in teaching is the first time a class gets completely out of control. It made me want to quit and never go in front of a class again because I was convinced I wasn't cut out for the job. It's catch 22 because to regain control you must be confident but when things go haywire the first time you're going to be intimidated. The first time I had success bringing chaos under control I did it by ignoring the troublesome ones and going around giving positive attention and praise to the ones that were being good. That can work even when you're not feeling confident.
Fantastic advice. I am in real trouble. One of my year 9 classes (14-15 year olds) is out of control and I need to regain control asap. I am actually fearful of going to class tomorrow.
How has teaching been for you since you posted the comment?
@@SW-nb5hh Hello. Teaching and learning has improved significantly and so has my relationships with my students. I can't thank you enough.❤️
@@michellecolledge2355 Glad to hear!!
Sit down with them. Admit defeat. Get to know them. Be honest with them because they can sense BS and only respect honesty from my experience. Make the ringleader your friend.
Thank you so much! These advices, examples and personal stories gave me a better understanding of teaching. I found the proof and explanation for some of my unconcious feelings about misbehavior and the ways to deal with it.
This is helpful. My class has been disruptive. I will be applying these tips.
I really love your accent madam! I wish our english subject is british english and not american english...
Thank you for this video! I’ve been working as a teacher in Ukraine for 8 years and moved to the Uk. So now everything starts from the beginning for me. But in this video I found many things I couldn’t structuring in my head before. Thank you it is a big support for me!
All the best!
Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge. A+ 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟❤️🍎📚✏️🖍😊👍
Thank you so much!! This advice has changed my teaching Life and I had never gained so much positive feedback and appreciation as last year!
I really love the content of this video. Thank you! 😀
best channel in classroom management!
I can control like a senior new higher rank 😎
Thank YOU aLot for this efforts
I'm just going to keep watching these videos, because you're putting me at ease.
Thank you so much for advice.
I am going to impliment our advices,thanks.
I am that teacher
Thank you so much! You are very sympatic person and i have learned a lot! THX!
What is an NQT? Not an american acronym.
Newly Qualified Teacher
I really need some books about strategies to deal with this disruptive behaviours,if anyone can help i will appreciate it ,thnk u
I´m writing one.
quit
@@MsMaxmotivation is "quit" the name of the book bro? If so ,can you send it to me via e_mail if possible?
@@johnsnowtargaryen7207 hope u all the best friend,keep the good work
@@nasrobmz2974 I have a lot of material I can send you and some good book recommendations. Are you teaching secondary or primary?
I am a casual relief teacher any tips when you don't see them on a regular basis
Ask the original teacher to write some notes about the general vibe of the class, way they conduct lessons, troublemakers etc so you have some idea about the battlefield instead of being thrown in blind
Great video!👏👏👏
You are just great
Thank you for your tips. I have a demo class with an international school grade 3 in Beijing and I do not have a PGCE. Appreciated. God bless.
Great video
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Thank you so much for this video!