Could somebody help me? I just started a part-time job as an instructor, and need help handling kids?

Question

I do well on teaching.. but sometimes I have trouble in handling situations when they act out of line (kid not quieting down, or kids annoying other kids, kids not listening) And I need to know how I can assert myself as the leadership role better, to command respect, I suppose are the words I am looking for? Thanks

Answer 1

Always Remain Calm and Focus like a laser on the misbehavior. Kids are smart, they only do bad things when they want to get caught or they don't want to get caught.



The first kid who wants to get caught is simply looking for authority and order in his/her life. Pay close attention to the misbehavior, give them a reasonable punishment and make sure they do the punishment. Sometimes these kids will grandstand and try to argue/challenge you in front of the group. They figure that whatever punishment you will give them is outweighed by the respect they get by standing up to you. That is not acceptable. Take them away from their audience and speak with them privately, like ouside the room where the other kids can't hear. You will find they are much more cooperative then.



The second kind of kid does not want to get caught. For that kid you need to increase the risk for them by letting them know that you will STOP EVERYTHING and address any behavior that crosses your line.



Draw a mental line in your head of what behaviors cross the line. Then you have to be consistent and stop everything and focus on the bad behavior and punish or lightly shame the kid for doing that behavior. If you find kids are still pushing up to the line, you need to be more unpredictable and start punishing kids for coming near the line. The goal here is to let them know that you are fully focused on discipline, and that since they will never know exactly where the line is, that

they won't come near it.



One trap you can fall into is to to clearly state the rules to them so that if they ever get punished they can play lawyer and say that they did not technically deserve it. Never get in this conversation, especially in front of the others.



The absolute worst thing you can do is ignore bad behavior until it makes you angry then explode, or continue to ignore it. This is the least efficient method.

Answer 2

This may sound wierd at first but it works. I am a volunteer at a afterschool program for elementary students. I get rude kids and disruptive types. I decided I needed to think like a kid. The common denominater usually is attention. So first try to redirect the negative attention getting with a positive- how can they be more interactive with you. If that doesn't work put the kid on the spot. They wanted to be the center of attention turn the tables. I sat for one minute at my students desk and let him teach. You can guess how that turned out. He clammed up and asked if he could be seated. I let them know that I was in charge and it is not easy. It really taking the time to figure the individual or situation out.

Answer 3

First of all respect is earned. Let the children know what you expect. Set clear boundaries. Let them see that you respect them but will not tolerate acts of disobedience. Be consistent, discipline that stays the same every single time. Have fun. Don't be afraid to act silly and let them see the "human" side of their teacher. Be empathetic to their feelings. When a child comes to you with a problem let them know you understand and that you are willing to help them however you can. The most important of these would be the one where a child is being teased and comes to you for help; please do not use the age old line " sticks and stones" words do hurt and children need to feel safe and cared for in order to learn. Good luck! and Happy teaching!

Answer 4

I work in a summer school with foreign kids and sometimes get the same issue. I have 2 ways of dealing with kids who are acting out of line. firstly if it is a single child who is causing problems and the others want to learn i will talk to the other kids and ask them politely to ignore the upsetter when they are playing up. Usually it is just attention seeking. My second way of dealing with kids is 2 strikes and your out. If i catch them messing around then its gone with them to a superior or move them away to a secluded spot for the rest of the class. If you have a group that is playing up that is a little trickier, detention or holding back, speaking with parents (even as a threat) may work, it depends mainly on the kids you have.

Generally though showing confidence and that your in control will provide respect. Dont forget to praise a good class.

Answer 5

I ran a youth outreach program and have a ton of experience with hard to deal with kids.



The first thing you should do is let them know you are there for them, be patient, it takes kids time to warm up to an adult.



Secondly do not react to the acting out, this is only going to give them the upper hand. You have to keep cool and show them that they're disruptive behavior will not stop you from doing your job, nor will it allow them to get what they are looking for. They want to test your limits, the want to break you and see where your boundaries lie.



Patience, patience, patience......eventually the kids that act out, will be the kids that respect you the most and will stop their actions once they know you're not going anywhere and they can trust you.



You can do it so long as you keep a positive outlook. :)

Answer 6

Raise your voice and take away play time, or whatever it is your kids really enjoy. Don't just threaten it, actually do it. Don't take crap and just keep threatening the same things without actually following through. If your school has a good stern Vice you might want to send the kids there.

Answer 7

If you act like one of them instead of their master they would respect you. When a kid does something wrong try to say something funny not insulting like maybe, "don't make me come over there and tape you to your desk and have the class beat on you." When kids are talking when there not supposed to be, instead of yelling to shut up try walking over to them and sitting down with them and say. "so how come i wasn't invited to this meeting" Be the funny guy/girl not the mean one in the room.

Answer 8

depends.



If they are really little kids then just take away their toys for a bit or put them in the corner



If They're a bit older send them out in the hallway for about ten-fifteen minutes and then give them a talking to

Answer 9

don't be an adult telling kids what to do and where to go, only your mum can do that. be there friends, people will respect your if they like you. if your teaching something put a game into it, put one of the kids into the spot light, but only a confident cocky one lol.



just jam with them

Answer 10

never look flustered, kids can spot weakness and they take advantage. Take a position and never waiver, consistency will get you thru this. Good luck.

Answer 11

Take a leaf out of this guy's book.

Answer 12

Sorry but... if you are a teacher you shouldn't be asking that question.