SAFETY TIPS FOR

TEACHERS

PRESENTEDBY:

SCHOOL OPERATIONS/ALTERNATIVEEDUCATION

Dr. Steve Gallon III, Administrative Director

Mrs. Rona Brandell, Director305 995-1270

DO

DO

• Arrange classroom for ease of traffic and visibility.

• Make a quick reference seating chart.

DO

• Learn student names ASAP.

• Greet students with a positive attitude as they enter the room.

DO

• Begin class on time.

• Be organized.

DO

• Make rules an integral part of the curriculum.

• Take time to listen.

DO• Expect positive behavior.

• Believe in yourself and your students.

THINGS TO REMEMBER

Things to Remember

•Have a clear set of ground rules.

•Schedule class time to allow students to discuss their problems.

Things to Remember

• Utilize parent contacts.

• Let students know that you care.

DON’T

DON’T

• Grab things from students.

• Become confrontational.

DON’T

• Physically block an exit.

• Argue with students.

• Demean students.

BREAKING UP A FIGHT

SAFELY

BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY

• Give specific commands.

• Evaluate the situation.

• Identify yourself.

BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY

• Don’t get in the middle.

• Be cautious using physical force.

• Separate the combatants.

BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY

• Move combatants to a neutral location.

• Send for help!

BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY

• Confirm identification of combatants

• Determine extent of injuries

• Calm combatants

BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY

• Report the incident.

• Write an incident report.

• Follow up.

REMEMBER

REMEMBER

• Don’t block an exit.

• Don’t grab or push a student.

• Don’t take contraband by force.

REMEMBER

• Use caution when breaking up a fight.

• Do not stop fleeing students.

THANK YOU