My management skills are always a work in progress. I have found tactics that have been useful, and I continue to implement them daily, I have also tried things that have not worked so I take the loss and move on. But I will never be satisfied with the management of my classroom. I will always feel like it is an area I can grow in. Every year, with new scholars, things change. As I grow as an educator, things change. I try to keep my mind open to new and better ways to do things in the classroom. I do that by watching and observing other teachers and find out what works best for them. I also research and attend workshops on how to better my students in the classroom. I will address a few things that I do in my classroom that supports my management skills.

(Also, please check out my procedure page to see the classroom management strategies I employ in the classroom.)

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1. Mr room, while it appear to be a bit messy at times (ART ROOM!) it is very organised. My scholars know where their things are to be turned in, where their belongings go, where supplies are, where the STEM bins are, and with that my kids are able to take ownership in their movement around the classroom. An observer may see my room as a bit chaotic from the outside, but it is a controlled chaos with all the cogs in the machine working independently to make the dream work! 

2. I, as an educator, used to, and still sometimes do, struggle with organization. But I have learned and grown so much just this year alone! A wonderful team member of mine sat down with me and showed me what works for her and she has changed my life. I am so much more organized at home and work. It has been a great growth for me this year personally and professionally.

3.  Below you will find evidence of within my observation reports that shows my classroom/supply organization, my student involvement and engagement, along with my positive disposition.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

4. To speak further on my disposition, I feel like I do a good job of being happy and positive. I know I can have my bad days, just like anyone else, but, I I make it a point to smile, encourage and love each of my kids!

5. When it comes to parent communication, I respond withing 24 hours of receiving the email or phone call. I have called parents many times after hours on my own time because it is the best time for the parent to communicate. I am always willing to speak with parents and ready to help and listen. I also respond to other my students if they contact me over email very quick to give timely feedback. I feel that communication is HUGE! I want to make sure people know they can speak with me anytime they need to!​​