Classroom management plans are created by teachers to assist in the planning and implementation of a positive classroom environment that is efficient, proactively addresses issues that may arise, and provides systematic support for the teacher and students to remain engaged, on task, and productive. Consideration of the unique needs of students should guide the development of a classroom management plan. By understanding student needs, the teacher is better able to identify the types of accommodations and modifications to routinely include in the plan.

Use the “Creating a Classroom Management Plan Template” (see attached) to complete this assignment.

Using the grade level for which you would like to teach, create a 750-1,000 word classroom management plan for students in your special education resource classroom described in the “Class Profile.” (see attached)

Include the following in your classroom management plan:

• Classroom Management Plan Statement of Purpose.
• Rules: Description of 3-5 rules, positive reinforcements aligned to each rule, and consequences for not following each rule.
• Procedures/Routines: Provide 3-5 classroom procedures and routines.
• Classroom environmental considerations.
• Implementation Plan: Include information about how you plan to introduce your plan and teach students and paraeducators the rules and procedures.
• Documentation Plan: Include information about how you will document student behavior and the effectiveness of the classroom management plan.
• Confidentiality and Ethical/Legal Considerations Plan: Describe your plan to handle confidential documents, protect student rights, and protect the confidential information of individuals with disabilities in your classroom.
• Crisis Management Plan: Describe steps to de-escalate behavior and how you will handle the safety of students and staff.
• Substitute Teacher Plans: Describe information you would leave for a substitute teacher coming into your classroom.

In addition, rationalize your classroom management plan decisions in 250-500 words, explaining how the plan will meet the needs of the students identified in the “Class Profile.” Support your choices with references to the CEC Ethical Principles and Professional Practice Standards.

Support your findings with a minimum of two scholarly resources.

Educational leaders are often responsible for employee selection, training, and discipline, which requires them to maintain a strong grasp of the law related to these functions. In addition, leaders must be able to help educate other team members who may be involved in these functions. This assignment is designed to help you become more familiar with pertinent employment law and to engage you in the practice of training others in this area.

Assume the role of an educational leader within your organization. You have been tasked with developing a presentation related to potential legal issues and recommendations for avoiding legal pitfalls. Your presentation topic may focus on either employee recruitment or employee discipline.

Prepare a Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation on your selected topic. Your presentation must address the following areas:

• An overview of the related case law and statutory law
• A discussion of the legal rights and responsibilities of employees involved (in employee recruitment or discipline)
• An outline of the current legal pitfalls associated with your topic
• Recommendation to help employees avoid these common legal pitfalls

Generate detailed speaker’s notes for each of your content slides. Speaker’s notes are typically written in the section below each slide. Remember that your speaker’s notes should be written as if you were giving an actual presentation, so write well and communicate your information clearly.

Adhere to the following guidelines for your presentation:

• Your presentation must include an appropriate cover slide, agenda slide, reference slide, and at least 10 to 12 content-specific slides.
• Use scholarly, peer-reviewed sources to support your work.
• Format your material according to APA guidelines.
• Refer to the Top Ten Slide Tips article for tips on developing a quality presentation. This resource will support your success.

Note: Your presentation should be developed as if you were delivering it to team members in your workplace. Therefore, it is important that you establish an appropriate context and consider your audience throughout the presentation. Speaker’s notes should be written in a conversational, yet professional tone and include appropriate in-text citations. Organizational presentations are often disseminated to participants or stored electronically for others to view; thus, it is critical that you include appropriate citations to support your work.