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First of all...hang in there. I started teaching last year and felt like i was in the same position. My students didn't respond to me as well as the aide. Part was because my voice was quieter and not as firm
That's another part....you've explained the rules. Do you have consequences? Make sure you do and make sure you follow through on them...AND..make sure they are effective with the students. (Don't take away gym class from a kid who doesn't like gym anyways...you'll just reward the student) And...one last approach...which for young kids is important. DOn't just explain the rules...practice them. State them in clear expectations of what they SHOULD DO, not what they should NOT do...then model and practice it and have the kids practice and practice. :-) If for circle, they are to sit quietly with their hands to themselves and eyes on you, have them show you what that looks like. You can even make it fun and have them practice the "wrong" way...but practice several times a day in the beginning to know they understand them and can do them. Or you show them examples...one good and one bad...of your rules and have them vote to say which one is right. PRactice and state the rules before you start circle each day. I think its important to give them positive expectations, rather than things they shouldn't do. SOmetimes, kids hear the rules like "do not kick others" and they miss the "not" part... ALso, by telling them what NOT to do, it gives some kids ideas..if you know what i mean. Good luck! They'll adjust to you and you'll learn to adjust too!
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