How to Be a Strict Teacher That Students Love

That fine line between being a strict teacher and still being liked by your students can be difficult to find. Be too strict, and on one hand you can cause your students to become fearful and anxious, and on the other hand it can lead to your students becoming rebellious. Be too laid back, and you lose control of your classroom. In this episode, Tem talks about how to become that strict teacher that students not only like, but also respect.Would love to hear your views so please follow and leave a review in iTunes with a topic that you would like covered on the show, or a guest you would like interviewed.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Be firm but fair. Set clear consequences. Have clear expectations. Be consistent. Have a sense of humour. Get to know your students. Be approachable. Build relationships with your students. BEST MOMENTS:"Our students need to know that we mean business""Show your human side""They may act up in lessons because they feel like they can't talk to you""Being excessive will ruin the relationship with your students""Letting things slide is a continuous spiral you don't want to end up in""Praise your students when they do amazing things but also make them aware of the consequences of poor behaviour"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXTHow to prevent behaviour problems from happening in the first placeHow to deal with behaviour problems when they do happenABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising in Secondary Physical Education, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.