Trying to relax on holiday but this kid is in your pool? Throw the rings!! 😂😂 #impression #sketchcomedy #michaelphelps #thatonekid #resort

Ever had students who will not talk or engage with you? Try the 2 x 10 method. Two mins. for ten consecutive days. #thatonekid #relationships

Relationships are rarely built in the big moments. They're built in the small ones. In 30 seconds at the door greeting a student with a smile, high five, or a simple "Glad you are here!" In a compliment after a hard conversation. In a quiet correction. In choosing to listen instead of lecture. #thatonekid

One-on-one can be intimidating for an elementary student, so give up the physical advantage right away. So get down to their level and then go a notch below if you can. Not as a strategy, just as a starting point! #thatonekid

When dealing with disruptive students it is best to do so privately if possible. Recognize that for some students, it is very important to look "cool" in front of their friends. The audience matters and removing the audience from a contentious situation will ofter change how the child reacts. It's one reason that when kids get in a fight, they don't normally do it in the broom closest. Audience matters! #thatonekid

Relationships are a two way street. I share something about me and you share something about yourself. Building connection with students means they have to know you. Not just your favorite color and animal. Share your struggles and successes. #thatonekid, #classroom

Power struggles feel like wins. They are not. You might "win" the moment, but we lose something bigger. Yes, they sit down. Yes, they stop arguing. But inside the relationship just took a hit. And influence lives in relationship! #thatonekid

Tips for Disrespectful kids 1. Be the example of respect even when they are not there yet 2. Smile anyway. It still maters 3. Lead with kindness, especially when it's hard 4. Be glad they should up. That's a win #thatonekid

Students don't change long-term for someone they feel defeated by. They change for someone they feel connected to. #relationshipsmatter #education #thatonekid

You don't have to attend every argument you are invited to! Decide today you are no longer going to argue with an 8, 10, 13 year old! #classroommanagement #thatonekid #education

Stay personally connected to kids without taking personally what they do & say. It's not about you. It's about 10 (or more) things going on in their world. They take it out on us because we are often the first ones they see, but it's not about you! #KidsBehavior #thatonekid

Teach students to pick their heads up in class. Not because it's disrespectful to the teacher, but because if you don't hold your own head high, why would others think highly of you? It's about respect & dignity for them, not us. #thatonekid

All teachers, not just SPED teachers, should learn instructional strategies that support students with learning differences. #thatonekid #teachers

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To reach #students others don't we have to do things others are not willing to do. Like calling a student when they are suspended. Asking them how they are doing. Telling them they are an important part of the class & you will help them "catch up" when they come back! #thatonekid

I have learned that not every power struggle is worth fighting. #thatonekid #powerstruggle

This is the secret to working with challenging youth! Period! #thatonekid #teachers #teacher

One of the most important thing teachers can give their students is hope! If a student doesn't have hope for being successful in your class, then we don't have any chance at reaching them! #EmpowerStudents #InspireStudents #thatonekid

For all the educators who have put in 10 or more years into the profession, what is your #1 tip for working with challenging youth for the younger teachers! I'll start. You need to have patience! People don't change overnight. #classroommanagement #thatonekid

Join me! 5 locations! Open to any K-12 educator for the Fall! Engaging, Motivating & Managing Hard to Reach & Disruptive Students Seminar. Dozens of strategies to help you work successfully with challenging youth! Locations at end of video or check out link in bio. #thatonekid