How can beginning teachers show they are caring while maintaining order in the classroom? I would appriciate your thoughts!

Here are some common themes:

• Be prepared but be flexible

• Create a trusting and caring atmosphere 

• Be consistent 

• Get to know your students 

• Have a well-communicated classroom management plan 

• Address problem behaviour directly and immediately

 Here are some responses:

Teachers need to pay attention to the bodies in front of them and their needs. The whole child needs to learn things, not just the cognitive side. Find out early what the bodies in front of you are like, and their learning styles. Peter Hart, 6th grade mathematics instructor

In my classes, I like students to feel comfortable. I try to create an atmosphere where they can trust me and bring a lot of themselves into assignments. If I am enthusiastic and passionate about what I teach, it helps get interest. I learned the easiest way to lose control of my class was to lose my temper, so I try to avoid that. Sara Edwards, 6th grade language arts  

I didn't like Latin in high school, and I try to keep that in mind when preparing my classes. I also use a lot of humour and do anything to get them to understand the lesson. As a teacher, I need to look at it from their point of view. Carl Lenhert, Latin and Greek instructor