EDUC 450

Cody Ebersole
Classroom Management Plan
11/23/2020
 Table of Contents
 Philosophy of Classroom Management
 Behavioral Expectations
o Creating Positive Relationships
o Student Motivation and Engagement
o Dealing with Chronic Misbehavior
o Classroom Organization
o Classroom Procedures
o Creating a Culture for Learning
 Pre-School Check Off
o Letters to Parents and Guardians
o Introduction Letter
o Farewell Letter
 Classroom Motto
 Classroom Arrangement
 Classroom Rules
 Hierarchy of Consequences
 Motivational Strategies
 Management Procedures and Routines
 Instructional Planning
 Philosophy of Management
As a teacher classroom management is a serious responsibility.
How effective a teacher’s classroom management is can
influence how successful a teacher is in properly teaching their
students. How you choose to manage the classroom can be an
important factor in how you perform throughout the school year.

The level of teacher control that I believe to be appropriate

depends on an individual choice. I believe that most people have
to decide as to what best works for them. It can be more or less.
I personally believe that it is important to maintain order and
have a strong presence with your students. Although difficult at
times I would say that it is important for the teacher to maintain
a high level of control. I believe that if the students suspect any
weakness or vulnerability, they may take advantage of the
situation and make it more difficult for the teacher to effectively
control the students.
 Behavior Expectations
Maintaining appropriate student behavior can be important. This
can have many implications for the rest of what a teacher tries to
accomplish throughout the school day.
As to how I intend to maintain appropriate student behavior I
would attempt to build a relationship of respect with the students
but also attempt to maintain a level of respect where I would be
someone that requires the students’ respect and attention. I
would like the students to respect me and view me positively. I
would like to avoid trying to be their friend as in reality that is
something that is not always the best method for success. I
would like to remain an authority figure who the students
respect but yet be someone who students can trust and seek
guidance as well as assistance when needed.
 Creating Positive Relationships
As part of my student teaching and with teaching in general I believe it
is important to establish positive relationships with students. This is an
important part of my classroom management plan and something that I
implemented throughout this semester.
Becoming familiar with the students in your classroom is the first step in
establishing good relationships. However, it is also important to keep the
thought in mind that at times we also need to wary of becoming too
much of a friend to your students. Students should have a good
relationship with their teachers while at the same time you want your
students to understand that you are in a position of authority who
deserves respect. If you become too friendly with your students, they
may not take you as seriously or listen to you. So, it is important to learn
how to walk that line properly.
In order to accomplish this, I made sure to learn and understand the
students in my classes. I learned about and asked questions related to
their interests, extracurricular activities, and other important things to
them in general. I believe this shows that I care and have interest in
them. By doing these students feel like you actually are expressing an
interest in them and are trying to relate to them on some level. This
usually leads to better instructional outcomes.
To form positive relationships, I initiated some group activities in which
students worked in groups of two to three.
Throughout classes I treat everyone equally and attempt to establish a
positive relationship with all students and hope the students will do the
same.
I also make sure that I am learning as well as the students. We will
always learn throughout life. Furthermore, I believe it is important to be
approachable and available for students when they need assistance. I
believe this establishes a level of trust and acceptance.
Student Motivation and Engagement
Motivation and engagement can be important for students and
their daily learning. Students need to be motivated and engaged
in order to focus on the subject of the lesson. When students find
the subject matter relatable to them, they’re more likely to
perform on a higher level and want to learn.
To successfully keep students motivated and engaged I use
several strategies which include…
 Show interest and passion for the subject of social studies.
 Relate the subject of the lesson and topics to the students.
 Create a positive learning environment.
 Provide positive encouragement
 Provide feedback
 Teach at the appropriate developmental level
 Dealing with Chronic Misbehavior
There are times when students do not always act in the proper ways that
are ideal for a learning environment. By being prepared and having good
strategies to combat this behavior can go a long way in solving these
issues and having a much better classroom environment. Listed below
are some strategies that will assist in making this possible.
Disruptive Talking- do not overreact or argue. First try to correct the
problem yourself by correcting the student or meeting with them
privately. If the issue persists, take it to the principal or a counselor.
Avoidance of Work- students may attempt to talk during class to waste
time or delay the lesson. First correct the issue yourself and if necessary,
speak to the student after class.
Interfering with teaching- always remain calm and correct the issue with
the student before getting others involved.
Harassing Classmates- this may include students who use verbal insults
or inappropriate behavior. Identify the reason as to why this behavior is
occurring and speak privately with the student to correct the problem.
Rudeness to the teacher- do not overreact or argue. First try to correct
the problem yourself by correcting the student or meeting with them
privately. If the issue persists, take it to the principal or a counselor.
 Classroom Organization
Classroom organization can be a vital aspect for your daily classroom
changes and transitions. This includes desk arrangements, and the
Promethean board or regular board’s location. Everything in a classroom
needs to be well thought out and organized in order to have the best
learning experience for the students.
It is also important to keep in mind how you want things to be organized
so you can best see students if seated as well as when standing in front
of the room and when walking around the room and observing students’
work and behavior.
Professional organization and proper classroom organization is also
important for me and the students. A lack of organization can lead to
confusion and loss of productivity. This also teaches students better
organization skills and responsibility.
 Classroom Procedures
Personal
 Using restroom during class period
o Request permission or hall pass from teacher.
 Request for materials/ recharge battery of Chromebook
o If done do so quietly without disrupting the other students in
the class.
Transitional
 Entering Class
o Enter room quietly
o Have class materials ready when class begins
o If finished early during an activity or assignment remain
seated quietly while others are completing their assignments.
Leaving Class
 Remain working until class ends
 Wait until dismissed to leave class
Participation in Class
 Complete tasks during class
 Ask questions
 Follow Teacher’s directions and instructions
Managerial
 Make Up
o See the teacher for this opportunity
o Make up work is expected to be completed within a limited
time frame
 o Listen to daily instructions and show respect

Creating a Culture for Learning

In a classroom it is important to create an environment for learning.
Students need to have a place where they can learn and do so in a
comfortable way. Students perform better when you have a created a
positive and organized environment.
It is the responsibility of the teacher to create such an environment. By
having a culture like this it benefits everyone involved. The teacher can
establish this expressing to students that what they are learning in class
is important. Make sure to point out the important aspects of a lesson
plan, what they need to know and how it benefits them. Also, positive
reinforcement of students when they do something positive and do what
they’re supposed to or go above and beyond. By giving students positive
encouragement or informing them of their accomplishments they may
want to continue to work hard to please their teachers. Another
important thing for teachers to do is to inform them of what is expected
of them during the school day. It sets up the expectation of what they
need to accomplish and what standard they are to be held to.
 Pre-School Check Off

1. Introduction to Faculty and Staff.

2. Familiarize myself with the building.
3. Familiarize myself with the building procedures and
policies
a. Fire Drills
b. Assemblies
c. Email Communication
d. Technology Policies
e. Lockdowns
f. 2 Hour Delays/Early Dismissals
g. Severe Weather Drills
4. Review the school’s curriculum
5. Review class schedules and lists
6. Review student’s IEPs.
a. Create Special Education Matrix
7. Review student files and available data
8. Determine classroom rules and procedures
9. Determine grading procedures
10. Create unit plans and lesson plans
11. Create a substitute binder
12. Prepare classroom and determine organization
strategies
13. Introduction to students and families
a. Create an introduction letter
 b. See attached

Introduction Letter

Meet the Student Teacher

Mr. Ebersole

Dear Parents and/or Guardians,

My name is Cody Ebersole, and I will be student teaching in Mr. Singer’s ninth grade
classroom for the next fifteen weeks. During these upcoming 15 weeks I will be creating and
teaching your child my own unit plan along with lessons structured by the given curriculum. I
look forward to this unique opportunity in your child’s ninth grade classroom.
About Myself
I am a post bachelorette student at Saint Francis University majoring in Social Studies
Secondary Education. I am from Claysburg, Pennsylvania. I graduated high school from
Claysburg Kimmel High School. Prior to attending Saint Francis, I received my bachelor’s
degree in History and Political Science.
Contact Information
I welcome the opportunity to have conservations with parents throughout my placement. Please
feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns at cxe119@francis.edu. I want to
collaborate with you in order to best support your child.

Sincerely,
Cody Ebersole
 Farewell Letter

Mr. Ebersole

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The last twelve weeks have been a great experience for me as a student teacher at Hollidaysburg
Junior High School. I have had the opportunity to learn and work with your child. I could not
have asked for a better experience with these students for my student teaching experience. 

I greatly appreciate the opportunity to have worked at this school and with these students this
semester. I have learned a great deal and feel confident that I am well prepared to embark onto
the next chapter of my teaching career.

Thank you for a great and beneficial experience

Sincerely,

Cody Ebersole 
Classroom Sign or Motto
My classroom sign and motto is Listen, think, and try. I
think that this although a simple statement on the surface
can have a deeper meaning.

By listening and focusing in the classroom and classwork

students will be able to apply themselves properly and learn
their material.

It is always beneficial to think and apply yourself. Students

should always try to embrace what they are thinking and
apply it to their education.

Finally, it is important to try and do your best. No one has

ever succeeded at anything without trying. Even if things
do not end as you would have hoped for, trying one’s best
is something one can be proud of. No one succeeded
without first trying.
 Classroom Arrangement
My classroom is designed as a typical classroom that would be
found in most junior or senior high schools. There is an adequate
number of desks in the room for a typical class size. There is a
teachers desk with chair and a computer desk adjacent to it as
well. A projector and television are also present which would be
used for lessons and lectures and any other presentation or
activity taking place during class time. Also, there are a few
storage areas and bookshelves for textbooks and other important
materials needed for class.
With the organization of the physical space of the classroom it is
important to have the room set up in such a way that the students
are able to view everything you want them to able to see without
any discomfort or distractions. While at the same time the
teacher should be able to monitor and control the classroom
without any area blocking or preventing the teacher from doing
so.
Currently this would not be how my classroom would be set up,
but I predict it to be in the future.
 Class Rules
The classroom rules for my classroom would be arrived at by
examining what seems to perform well and what does not. This
would be accomplished mostly by trial and error. I would also
use research through text and data as well and consult other
colleagues and those in the profession based on their
experiences. I would over the course of time learn through
experiences what was useful and what was not. Over the course
of time I believe this will be a factor as well as I work as an
education professional.
The classroom rules that I would include are…
1.) Follow teacher’s directions
2.) Follow the school district’s rules
3.) Treat others professionally and politely with respect
4.) No violation of others privacy
5.) Use proper language
I would communicate these rules to students by discussing with
them in class on the first day of school and reviewing each rule
and how it applies to them. I would also provide a copy of the
classroom rules to the students so they could present them to
their parents or guardians to review and sign acknowledging that
they reviewed and understood what is expected of their children.

Hierarchy of Consequences
Tier One- Mild Consequences
 Mild Consequences can be used daily to ensure students are behaving as
expected. Proximity, body language, name dropping, praising appropriate
behavior and whole class reminders can be used to prevent and correct behaviors.

Tier Two- Moderate Consequences

 Moderate Consequences can be used when behaviors of concern reoccur more
than once. Redirecting students, individualizing reminders, switching seats, and
choice making can be used to enforce expected behaviors.
Tier Three- Moderate/ Severe Consequences
 Moderate or Severe consequences can be used when behaviors continually occur,
and prior consequences do not work. When this occurs, individual meetings will
be held with the teacher and student, a behavior contract will be constructed, and
a parent will be contacted.
Tier Four- Severe Consequences
 If the behavior(s) of concern continue to occur, the student will be referred to the
office, a meeting will be held (including the student, parents, teacher, guidance
counselor, and administration), and a behavioral plan may be constructed and
implemented.
 Motivational Strategies

Presenting positive encouragement

When considering motivation and how to motivate others it

is important for students to have encouragement from their
teachers and be surrounded by positive energy. A positive
energy and attitude can be contagious. It is amazing how
well someone can perform in an environment regardless of
what they are doing if they receive positive encouragement
from peers and teachers.

Providing expectations

When students are being advised what is expected of them,

they have a greater chance of success. When students have
a firm foundation of learning they will greatly benefit.

Making students aware of what is expected of them

 This is important not just with motivating students but also
in maintaining proper discipline and class behavior. By
having students being made aware of their responsibilities
and requirements they will be more likely to succeed.

Management Procedures and Routines

With managing instructional groups students should be made
aware of what they are to be learning and what they are to
complete as assignments.
The transitions of a lesson and other projects should be made
clear as well with students understanding what they are
responsible for.
The materials and supplies should be available and user friendly
for the students. The students should also know how to use the
materials for the projects and assignments that they have been
asked to complete.
The classroom routines should be performed properly without
deviation and the students should be able to complete the
routines without much guidance over the course of time.
Supervision of volunteers and paraprofessionals should be
acknowledged. These should be treated with the same respect
and courtesy as teachers and other faculty members.
 Instructional Planning
Having a proper plan for instructional planning is vital for
successful instruction of students.
Unit Plans and daily lesson plans will be used to plan for
instruction. School guidelines will be used.
Structuring lessons and unit plans around what best fits the
students’ needs will be considered.
When students are back to normal class schedules grouping can
be used to provide effective learning.
Technology and other resources will be included in daily
lessons. This can be useful in engaging students and providing
them with a motivation to learn.
Tests and formative and summative assessments will be used to
determine students’ progress.