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SAFETY TIPS FOR TEACHERS. PRESENTEDBY: SCHOOL OPERATIONS/ ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION Dr. Steve Gallon III, Administrative Director Mrs. Rona Brandell, Director 305 995-1270. DO. DO. Arrange classroom for ease of traffic and visibility. Make a quick reference seating chart. DO.
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PRESENTEDBY:SCHOOL OPERATIONS/ALTERNATIVEEDUCATIONDr. Steve Gallon III, Administrative DirectorMrs. Rona Brandell, Director305 995-1270
DO • Arrange classroom for ease of traffic and visibility. • Make a quick reference seating chart.
DO • Learn student names ASAP. • Greet students with a positive attitude as they enter the room.
DO • Begin class on time. • Be organized.
DO • Make rules an integral part of the curriculum. • Take time to listen.
DO • Expect positive behavior. • Believe in yourself and your students.
Things to Remember • Have a clear set of ground rules. • Schedule class time to allow students to discuss their problems.
Things to Remember • Utilize parent contacts. • Let students know that you care.
DON’T • Grab things from students. • Become confrontational.
DON’T • Physically block an exit. • Argue with students. • Demean students.
BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY • Give specific commands. • Evaluate the situation. • Identify yourself.
BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY • Don’t get in the middle. • Be cautious using physical force. • Separate the combatants.
BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY • Move combatants to a neutral location. • Send for help!
BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY • Confirm identification of combatants • Determine extent of injuries • Calm combatants
BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY • Report the incident. • Write an incident report. • Follow up.
REMEMBER • Don’t block an exit. • Don’t grab or push a student. • Don’t take contraband by force.
REMEMBER • Use caution when breaking up a fight. • Do not stop fleeing students.