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Describe your discipline philosophy. Do you think you are disciplining in a way that nurtures your students?
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While looking to hold true to the policies and procedures in place I address each situation after first listening to the student and the reason for their infraction. Then I mention the rule and infraction the student has made. Together a decision is made as to the discipline applies in that situation. Very rarely does the student not agree to consequence for the infraction. Thankfully we also have Deans on campus to assist in these matters.
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Expectations must be very clear. Students also need to know what the consequences are if expectations are not met. Consistency is very important.
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My discipline philosophy is I follow what the school has set up as far our discipline policy, with that being said how I implemented it is very clear to my students. I give all students the three strike rule I’ll say it once twice the third time they have a consequence for that action. No matter who the student is it is the same for all of them. I also believe in working with those students who do have impulse control problems and have other issues so that they still get the three strike rule , But I also set up positive goals for them to achieve.
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I teach middle school. Every new course tends to be a little scared of me because I also teach JROTC and have a military demeanor. I use that to establish what kind of environment I expect but they quickly learn that I am actually a fun teacher. I also very much enforce the rules that I layout for the course so that they don’t confuse my ability to lead a fun classroom with a laissez-faire mentality. By the end of the year, they are able to identify that I am not mean, I am serious about teaching. That means, I love teaching them and I will let anything, even themselves, derail them from the task of learning.
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Discipline needs to be consistent, respectful, and fair. It’s important, as well, to give students an opportunity to share what they are feeling and give an account for their actions. Asking a student what’s going on can help reduce tension/conflict. Sometimes the problem behavior has nothing to do with the immediate circumstances in the classroom. Giving students an opportunity to speak first helps set a nurturing tone and communicate that you care. It’s also important to be aware of how students respond to different modes of instruction. Having an orderly classroom with clear expectations helps to avoid many discipline problems.