Behaviour Management Techniques Focus away from SID SID A child who is likely to be disruptive throughout the session

on Wannabes Children within the group who could sway between joining SID or the
Fundamentally well behaved children

Well Behaved The children

in the class who are well behaved and conduct themselves within the rules

The Theory
If the coach focuses on Good Behaviour, rather than concentrating on the poor Behaviour of SID, the Wannabes within the session Are more likely to move towards the well behaved Children, leaving SID feel isolated in his behaviour, and therefore, more likely to be drawn from his behaviour pattern

In Practice
Language and praise should be directed toward the children within the class who are seen as displaying good behaviour, making them more central in the focus of the session. This would draw the Wannabes towards the Well behaved children.

Use your height

Using your height can help manage groups of children. From standing up, to demonstrate authority and experience, to moving to their level, by bending or kneeling and show empathy and help with reciprocal learning.

Turn the Volume Down

Try to adapt the volume and tone of your voice to suit the situation. Sometimes, talking loudly, constantly can be more of a hindrance, as the children dont notice a change in your manner. It might be useful to leave shouting for emergencys, like, Dont run in the Road and speak softer when coaching.

Eyes on the Clock

When calling a group in, give a time limit to how long they will have to stand and listen. For example, Everybody in, I'll keep you no longer than 1 minute This gives boundaries to both the children and you. It will make your coaching points concise, and help the children concentrate

Techniques for managing SID

Actions Speak Louder than words

The use of facial expressions can be very powerful and can help classroom management in a number of ways. It could build rapport with the children, but a simple raised eyebrow could get a simple message across very effectively

Who me?
When giving praise, try calling the name of the child first, then reinforcing the positive. When you call the name first, it will grab the attention of the child, rather than the praise not being acknowledged, and the first thing the child knows is when you say their name.

Change the Tempo Minimising the External

As good at coaching as we are, we cant control what happens outside of our sessions. For example, if a helicopter fly's over the playing area, its more than likely that it will seem more interesting to the children than you! So, rather than ignoring it, put yourself in their eye line, acknowledge the distraction and walk away from where they are looking
Sometimes when talking to a group it could be useful to change the tempo of your speech. A slight delay in words can help keep the children switched on as they dont know what's coming next. Also, by talking quickly, this can make the group more energetic, whilst talking calmly and slowly, can slow the group down.