Challenging Behavior by Amanda Avery

What did the teacher do to demonstrate strong teacher/child relationship?

amandavery1217 — 2025-10-06 03:14:33 UTC

The teacher is engaged with a child and smiling

The teacher seems to be trying to get students engaged in conversation during mealtime

Strong teacher/ child relationships were not shown in this video in my opinion.

What did the teacher say to demonstrate strong teacher/child relationship?

amandavery1217 — 2025-10-06 03:17:19 UTC

The teacher was able to distract the student momentarily by asking what his name was and showing him on the clipboard.

Strong teacher/ child relationships were not shown in this video in my opinion.

Teacher communicated appropriately

amandavery1217 — 2025-10-06 03:22:32 UTC

The teacher got down to the child's level and asked a question to try to get him engaged. He answered and sat down until she walked away.

Teacher miscommunication

amandavery1217 — 2025-10-06 03:24:21 UTC

This teacher was not displaying positive teacher/ child engagement. Her positioning was away from and with her back to the children who could have used her help.

If I were the teacher...

amandavery1217 — 2025-10-06 03:27:51 UTC

I would have tried to position myself in a space where I was in the middle of the boys. I wouldn't try to get the child to sit because it isn't necessary. He could probably stand and engage in conversation. It doesn't seem like he is eating, so I would give him a different job. I would also follow through with what I tell a child.

If it is mealtime, the toys shouldn't be at the table, and I would explain that to the child. Every situation seems like it could have been prevented with proper adult placement.