Classroom Management in my First Grade Classroom!

Ever wonder what my classroom management style looks like in a first grade classroom? In today's video, I share what I believe are the important parts of classroom management as well some of my own philosophies and what's worked for me over the years!

Join the my SJT Clubs for a library of teaching resources:

**SIGN UP FOR MY EMAIL LIST FOR THE LATEST UPDATES, TIPS, and FREEBIES!**

Happy teaching,
Susan Jones

MY STORE:

Full disclosure: Amazon links in my descriptions are usually affiliate links which means if you purchase through that link, I receive a very small percentage of the sale.

[teacher]

Thanks for the video! 18 kiddos sounds like a dream; I have 27 first graders and know some that have even more.

[christinewilby]

Teachers really do need all the help thy can get. It is super helpful to hear how you address classroom management. Thank you!

[juliannamcdowell]

To piggyback on the "show me" piece, I often will have a call and response and then ask kids to think about all the things they need to do and what it should look like before they do a whole group task like lining up. This is so good for executive functioning. They visualize internally what to do instead of you directly telling them what to do. A small, but important shift in how we deliver instruction and particularly helpful for all of our neurodiverse kiddos.

[carlotatuprio]

This was so helpful! I've been teaching for 10 years but I'm always excited to learn new things about classroom management! Thank you ❤

[Queenbrittneyw]

In an early childhood setting, practicing inclusivity is crucial for effective classroom management. This can be achieved by fostering positive relationships between the teacher and students, as well as promoting positive interactions among students. Establishing routines and structure helps create a predictable environment, while using positive reinforcement and logical consequences can effectively manage behavior.

[julisasolis]

Could you do a video on your data binder for your kiddos?!

[AlmaMarines]

Thank you, Susan! I always look forward to your videos. Can’t wait to hear about your second observation.

[michelledennis]

Thank you for clarifying how you do your classroom management. I know what I need to work on and I have a tough class this year that really swallow up so much of my teaching time. I spend so much time correcting and reviewing expectations that I get frustrated. So much time is spent planning lessons just to have kids not paying attention and messing around that we are way behind this year. I usually do not have such a challenge with classroom management so I am second guessing myself daily. I appreciate listening to your explanations and perspective. Thank you for sharing. It helped me take a look at my own style with a different lens.

[Mahi-niy]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and lessons! I’m learning and growing so much! ❤

[jenniferwilson]

I give stickers. I have DOJO. I love the "thank you for playing with me." I have students that none of the behavior techniques do not matter to them. I have screamers. I have students that when they don't get their way scream, students that don't like when I say wait, students that will not play a game or turn and talk to a particular student, though once it was the sweetest little girl. It is all hard, but I keep trying to reach all students. Thank you for all your videos.

[hgagen]

Excellent talk. I do positive reinforcement also, it's free, natural consequences and DoJo. Students like the chiming sound and at intervals of 20, 40 points I give a treasure box reward.

[lizlopez]

Thank you!😊These are some of the best strategies for classroom management!

[MonicaOlson-bm]

Thank you for your videos, they are very helpful.

[sylviavalentin]

Question: what is a reasonable amount of time to do work at home? How do you keep work from constantly overflowing into your home life? Where do you draw the line?

I'd love more information about how you manage partner pairing. I love that you use multiple partner pairs throughout the day but wondering what that looks like from a management persepective.

[lucytorres]

I use same techniques and really work for me.

[ashleyseverino]

Could you share how you organize student work in your classroom? What do you find is the best method? (Dotage per subject? Portfolio for best work? When do you send home work? Etc.)

Thanks!!

[Bobbysglobe]

You’re amazing! Thank you for everything! 😊

[jennifergoodwin]

Thank you for sharing! I love your videos and resources! I have a feeling that you are teaching in Catholic or a private school. I taught in a Catholic School for years and had so much autonomy which I miss. I am teaching in a public school now that micro manages every aspect of our day and I am trying to figure out what I can do that will help my students that I can actually implement. I am a big fan of logical consequences and loved that you mentioned remaining neutral when you give the consequence.

[Toocoldtobetrue]

I had an evaluation and needed to improve a few things 1 being noise level ... i used your heart idea and it took a month but it really worked ... thank you