Behaviour Management

Remind yourself that BM is more important than curriculum

Welcome the students at the door

Creates authority

Creates warmth

Model the behaviour you want from the students

If you want enthusiasm, be enthusastic

Be consistent with rules

Students should be in their seats at all time

Do not distract others from learning

Position yourself in the classroom

Mingle among the students

Don't raise your voice

Be courteous

Remind yourself of your philosophy

Internalize it

Lesson Plan - Be Prepared

Bring "emergency" plans

"Own" the classroom

Connect with the Students

Use Diaries & Notebooks

Communicate with parents

Commend them

Sign Books to see if they need to stay in to finish work

Think creatively - brainstorm with students