Classroom Management Plan
I. Classroom Culture and Relationships
My desired classroom culture is one where students feel safe, respected, and valued. I want to create a positive learning environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves and asking questions. I believe that building strong relationships with my students and their families is crucial for creating this culture.
For communication with the families regarding their student’s classroom behavior and ability to meet set expectations, I will focus on a variety of methods as follows. I will send weekly updates via email or a classroom management platform such as Class Dojo. This will include information on what we covered in class that week, as well as any concerns or successes the student had. Also, I will hold a parent-teacher conferences twice a year, where families can discuss their student’s progress and any concerns they may have.
My principles in this will be to support and engage families and the community through respectful, reciprocal relationships. This means actively seeking out their input and feedback, and involving them in the classroom as much as possible. Notably, is to make an effort of understanding and respecting each family’s cultural background and incorporate this into the classroom.
II. Classroom Rules/Expectations and Procedures
My class will consist of around 25 students, a relatively high number of participants in my classroom. As such, to introduce and implement my classroom rules and procedures, I will start by clearly communicating them to the students by considering age-appropriate language and visual aids to explain the rules and procedures. I will also make sure to discuss the reasons behind each rule and procedure, so that students understand the importance of following them.
In a bid to create a healthy, respectful, supportive, and inclusive classroom, I will discuss shared values and expectations with my students. This includes things like treating each other with kindness and respect, being responsible and respectful with classroom materials, and following rules and procedures. I will also make sure to model these values and expectations myself, as students learn best through example.
Regarding safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, I will ensure that students are aware of the importance of online safety and digital citizenship by focusing on issues such as cyberbullying, plagiarism, and online privacy. More so, the understanding of the privileges of using technology in the classroom and that they must follow specific rules and procedures to ensure its safe and appropriate use.
III. Student Behavior
To encourage and praise good behavior, I will use positive reinforcement strategies such as verbal praise, stickers, and rewards. I will also make sure to acknowledge and celebrate when students meet or exceed expectations.
On the other hand, for preventing and managing misbehavior, I will set clear rules and consequences for breaking them, and consistently enforce these rules. Also, by making sure to address misbehavior as soon as it occurs, and redirect students back to the task at hand. All through, I will engage the students to identify and address underlying causes of misbehavior, such as lack of understanding or difficulty with a specific skill.
For cognitive, social, and emotional development, I have strategized on providing opportunities for hands-on learning and problem-solving, encouraging social interactions, and using mindfulness techniques. With that, providing a safe and supportive environment where students feel comfortable expressing their emotions and seeking help when needed will enable me get the right feedback on progress.
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Using the following instructions and rubric, revise the above essay.
Benchmark – Classroom Management Plan
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Paper instructions:
Establishing classroom rules and routines help to optimize time for instruction and allows the learning environment to operate efficiently. Students and teachers need to have pre-defined rules and routines, or procedures, to manage activities that are repeated daily creating predictability for students. The selection and implementation of rules and routines should be based on the needs of each particular class.
For this assignment, identify a grade level, pre-K-Grade 3, and create a developmentally appropriate classroom management plan. The plan must address professional dispositions, classroom expectations/rules, procedures, safety, and behavior.
Part 1: Classroom Management Plan
Create a 750-1,000 word classroom management plan to explain to students, including the following sections:
I. Classroom Culture and Relationships
Describe a cohesive foundation for your classroom, centering on the following:
Your desired classroom culture.
How you will regularly communicate with families regarding their student’s classroom behavior and ability to meet set expectations.
Your role in supporting and engaging families and the community through respectful, reciprocal relationships.
II. Classroom Rules/Expectations and Procedures
Describe your classroom rules and procedures, including:
How you want to introduce and implement your classroom rules and procedures.
How you will discuss with students shared values and expectations to create a healthy, respectful, supportive, and inclusive classroom.
Safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, as appropriate for young children.
III. Student Behavior
Briefly describe the following, including how you will support cognitive, social, and/or emotional development:
How you will encourage and praise good behavior
How you will prevent and manage misbehavior
APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected
Benchmark – Classroom Management Plan – Rubric
Classroom Culture and Communication 30 points
Criteria Description
Classroom Culture and Communication
5. Target 30 points
An in-depth description of the desired classroom culture and communication with
families are extensively described.
4. Acceptable 26.1 points
A sound description of the desired classroom culture and communication with
families are suitably described.
3. Approaching 22.2 points
An inexplicit description of the desired classroom culture and communication with
families are vaguely described.
2. Insufficient 20.7 points
A flawed description of the desired classroom culture and communication with
families are insufficiently described.
Relationships (B) 30 points
Criteria Description
Relationships (C1.5)
5. Target 30 points
Insightfully supports and engages families and communities through respectful,
reciprocal relationships.
4. Acceptable 26.1 points
Directly supports and engages families and communities through respectful,
reciprocal relationships.
3. Approaching 22.2 points
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Minimally supports and engages families and communities through respectful,
reciprocal relationships.
2. Insufficient 20.7 points
Erroneously supports and engages families and communities through respectful,
reciprocal relationships.
Classroom Rules/ Expectations and Procedures 45 points
Criteria Description
Classroom Rules/ Expectations and Procedures
5. Target 45 points
Introduction and implementation of classroom rules/expectations and procedures
are thoroughly described.
4. Acceptable 39.15 points
Introduction and implementation of classroom rules/expectations and procedures
are clearly described.
3. Approaching 33.3 points
Introduction and implementation of classroom rules/expectations and procedures
are underdeveloped.
2. Insufficient 31.05 points
Introduction and implementation of classroom rules/expectations and procedures
are insufficiently described.
Values and Expectations (B) 30 points
Criteria Description
Values and Expectations (C1.3)
5. Target 30 points
Thoughtfully describes shared values and expectations to create a healthy,
respectful, supportive, and inclusive classroom for students.
4. Acceptable 26.1 points
Reasonably describes shared values and expectations to create a healthy,
respectful, supportive, and inclusive classroom for students.
3. Approaching 22.2 points
Ambiguously describes shared values and expectations to create a healthy,
respectful, supportive, and inclusive classroom for students.
2. Insufficient 20.7 points
Ineffectively describes shared values and expectations to create a healthy,
respectful, supportive, and inclusive classroom for students.
1. No Submission 0 points
Not addressed.
Digital Information and Technology 30 points
Criteria Description
Digital Information and Technology
5. Target 30 points
Explanation of school policies relating to safe, legal, and ethical use of digital
information and technology is innovative.
4. Acceptable 26.1 points
Explanation of school policies relating to safe, legal, and ethical use of digital
information and technology is detailed.
3. Approaching 22.2 points
Explanation of school policies relating to safe, legal, and ethical use of digital
information and technology is unclear.
2. Insufficient 20.7 points
Explanation of school policies relating to safe, legal, and ethical use of digital
information and technology is inadequate.
Student Behavior 45 points
Criteria Description
Student Behavior
5. Target 45 points
An exemplary student behavior plan is included addressing both the
encouragement and praise of good behavior and the prevention and management
of misbehaviors.
4. Acceptable 39.15 points
An appropriate student behavior plan is included addressing both the
encouragement and praise of good behavior and the prevention and management
of misbehaviors.
3. Approaching 33.3 points
An inconsistent student behavior plan is included addressing both the
encouragement and praise of good behavior and the prevention and management
of misbehaviors.
2. Insufficient 31.05 points
An inappropriate student behavior plan is included addressing both the
encouragement and praise of good behavior and the prevention and management
of misbehaviors.
Organization 45 points
Criteria Description
Organization
5. Target 45 points
The content is well organized and logical. There is a sequential progression of ideas
related to each other. The content is presented as a cohesive unit. Provides the
audience with a clear sense of the main idea.
4. Acceptable 39.15 points
The content is logically organized. The ideas presented relate to each other. The
content provides the audience with a clear sense of the main idea.
3. Approaching 33.3 points
The content may not be adequately organized even though it provides the audience
with a sense of the main idea.
2. Insufficient 31.05 points
An attempt is made to organize the content, but the sequence is indiscernible. The
ideas presented are compartmentalize; may not relate to each other.
1. No Submission 0 points
Mechanics of Writing 45 points
Criteria Description
includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use
5. Target 45 points
Submission is virtually free of mechanical errors. Word choice reflects well developed use of practice and content-related language. Sentence structures are
varied and engaging.
4. Acceptable 39.15 points
Submission includes some mechanical errors, but they do not hinder
comprehension. Varieties of effective sentence structures are used, as well as some
practice and content-related language.
3. Approaching 33.3 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) and/or word choice are present.
2. Insufficient 31.05 points
Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.
Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used.
1. No Submission 0 points
Total 300 points
