7: Classroom Management Made Simple: How to Handle Those Little Disruptions

Managing a classroom full of students can feel like juggling 20 spinning plates while walking a tightrope—especially when small, repeated disruptions start piling up. In this solo episode of The Inspired Educator, Dr. LaToya Crockett breaks down a clear, actionable framework for handling those little disruptions before they turn into big problems. Whether you’re a first-year teacher, career changer, or substitute navigating classroom management for the first time, this episode will give you the tools and confidence to build a calm, consistent, and thriving learning environment.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

3-Pillars to help with classroom management

1. Be Proactive – How to prevent disruptions before they happen

2. Respond Calmly – What to do when disruptions do occur

3. Reflect & Modify – Why it’s important to revisit your systems

Takeaways & Tips:

✅ Prevention beats reaction: Establish expectations early and reinforce them often.

✅ Stay calm, consistent, and clear in your response to disruptions.

✅ Track and reflect: Your observations can help you fix the root of repeated issues.

✅ Celebrate progress! Use incentives and praise to reinforce positive behavior.

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