Effective Classroom Management Strategies: Creating Supporting and Motivating Environments for Students

Onsite Professional Development Training

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Classroom Management Techniques and Conflict Resolution Strategies for Educators

In today’s diverse and fast-paced classrooms, effective classroom management is more than just keeping order—it’s about creating an environment where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. This professional development course helps teachers develop practical, research-based strategies for building a classroom culture rooted in respect and engagement, managing student behavior, and reducing disruptions. Educators will gain tools to design proactive management plans, strengthen their presence and communication, and address challenges with confidence and clarity.

Many teachers enter the classroom well-versed in subject content but without adequate preparation to manage real-world student behavior. From navigating conflicts to fostering inclusivity, classroom management can feel overwhelming—especially without hands-on training. We focus on how to organize and structure a classroom to create a safe and positive environment for student learning and achievement to take place. Educators will learn how to create routines that promote structure, build trust through restorative approaches, and design learning environments that support all students—academically, emotionally, and socially.

What Educators Gain from Classroom Management Training

This training empowers teachers to lead calm, organized, and student-centered classrooms by:

  • Designing proactive classroom management plans that prevent disruptions and increase focus
  • Building positive, respectful relationships with students rooted in empathy and trust
  • Using conflict resolution tools to address behavioral challenges constructively
  • Implementing systems that promote student accountability and emotional regulation
  • Addressing bullying and behavior issues through restorative practices
  • Creating inclusive learning spaces that support students of all backgrounds and abilities
  • Integrating SEL and trauma-informed practices into everyday classroom routines

Classroom management starts with the educator—this PD course empowers teachers to create organized, engaging spaces where learning can flourish.

 

What's Included

  • Digital Resource Bundle: Lifetime Access to Resources
  • Professional Development Hours
  • Downloadable Handout for Note-Taking
  • Break-out sessions & collaboration
  • Interactive engagement
  • Real-life examples/Case Studies

Who This Training Is For

  • Elementary School Teachers
  • Secondary School Teachers
  • Education Specialists
  • School Administrators (Principals, Asst. Principals, Curriculum Directors)
  • Counselors
  • Coaches
  • Special Education Teachers
  • Curriculum Coaches
  • Educational Support Staff
  • Title 1 Teachers & Directors
  • Gifted & Talented Teacher

Training Options​

  • Full-day or Half-Day Training
  • PLC Sessions
  • Before/After School Faculty Meetings
  • Virtual Professional Development
  • Coaching & Support
  • Mini-Lesson Modeling

What You'll Learn

Digital Toolbox Resource

Lifetime Access to Digital Resources

Downloadable Handout

Implementation Workbook for Note-Taking

Professional Development Certificate

6hrs of PD Training credits

Training Schedule

Explore how trauma, stress, and neurobiology influence student behavior. Understand common behavioral patterns and learn how to respond with compassion, clarity, and confidence. Techniques include recognizing signs of trauma, implementing trauma-informed practices, and creating a safe classroom environment.

Discover the power of constructive assertiveness, equitable behavior, and personalized connection. Learn techniques for building meaningful relationships that increase cooperation, motivation, and respect. Strategies cover active listening, consistent communication, and fostering a sense of belonging.

Explore how to establish clear expectations, fair processes, and feedback systems that emphasize discipline as a tool for learning—not punishment. Learn how to foster accountability while maintaining student dignity. This includes restorative practices and positive behavior interventions.

Master the foundational routines and procedures that drive classroom structure. Learn how to explicitly teach expectations, maintain student engagement, and ensure smooth daily operations. Techniques involve setting clear rules, modeling desired behaviors, and consistent reinforcement.

Explore key SEL competencies—self-awareness, emotional regulation, and responsible decision-making—and how they directly impact classroom culture. Learn how to integrate emotional check-ins and relationship-building practices that reinforce positive behaviors. Tools include mindfulness exercises and social-emotional learning activities.

Understand the connection between teacher well-being and classroom climate. Learn mindfulness strategies, breathwork, and movement techniques that help educators manage stress and model emotional resilience. Emphasis is placed on self-care routines and professional boundaries.

Learn how to de-escalate challenging behaviors with trauma-informed, student-focused approaches. Discover strategies to empower students in taking ownership of their actions while supporting their emotional needs. Approaches include collaborative problem-solving and student reflection exercises.

Explore routines, incentives, and relationship-building techniques to start each day and school year on the right foot. Learn how to reinforce expectations early and often for lasting success. Strategies encompass morning meetings, positive reinforcement systems, and community-building activities.

Customize professional learning to meet the needs of your staff and your schedule

Here’s what our On-Site Professional Development Training can look like on your campus…

Full Day or Half Day Training

Schedule one of our highly interactive, customized training sessions for your next teacher in-service day.

PLC Sessions

Have one of our consultants provide in-person professional learning within your staff’s PLC schedule.

Before/After School Training

Let one of our consultants provide training during a faculty meeting either before or after school.

Prefer learning online?

Strobel Education also offers online PD Courses—same great content, accessible anywhere.

Contact us to learn more about having Strobel Education on your campus for On-site Training.

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