How Do You Handle Cases of Disruptive Students?

Teachers are aware that the amount of time they have with their students is limited. Good teachers make the most of their instructional time while minimizing distractions. They are experts at dealing with adversity. They resolve issues quickly and efficiently, minimizing disruptions. A disruptive student is the most common source of distraction in the classroom. This manifests itself in a variety of ways, and a teacher must be adequately prepared to deal with each one. They must act quickly and appropriately while maintaining the student's dignity.

Teachers should always have a plan or specific strategies in place to deal with a disruptive student. It is critical to recognize that each situation will be unique. A strategy that works well for one student may irritate another. Individualize the situation and make your decisions based on what you feel will minimize the distraction with that particular student the fastest. The interviewer is interested in your reaction to this specific situation. The STAR technique is the best way to deal with this.

Answer as an example: I'll speak with the teacher to learn more about such a student. This will also assist me in determining why the student chose to misbehave. I will then begin a behavioral change program with the student to assist in resolving the issue at hand.