Helping Teachers Thrive

How to Effectively Handle Defiant Students


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Struggling with defiant students in your classroom? In this episode, Tem breaks down strategies to calm confrontations, prevent power struggles, and build positive student-teacher relationships. Learn how to respond effectively without escalating the situation, set clear expectations, and use restorative practices to turn defiance into meaningful learning opportunities

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Stay calm and composed. Your reaction determines whether the situation escalates or de-escalates.
  • Use de-escalation strategies to prevent confrontation
  • Avoid power struggles keeling the environment calm and supportive.
  • Build strong student relationships to reduce defiance by understanding underlying issues and using positive reinforcement.
  • Leverage restorative practices to turn behavioural challenges into teachable moments and foster long-term behavioural change.
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BEST MOMENTS:

"Defiance is a common challenge in classrooms"

"It could be a trigger response as a result of a previous trauma that the student has experienced"

"Avoid giving an emotional reaction"

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

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Top Classroom De-Escalation Strategies for Teachers

ABOUT 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 as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, 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.

ABOUT THE SHOW:

The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners.

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