The three C’s of classroom management are connection, consistency, and compassion. All are important when interacting with students, even more so when interacting with preschoolers — as a positive experience in preschool can help set up students for success at higher grade levels.
Connection allows students and parents to build a relationship with you, helping them feel valued and heard.
Consistency is important because it helps students understand what to expect in the classroom, reinforces positive behavior, and makes students aware of and encourages them to improve upon negative behaviors.
Finally, compassion is arguably the most important C of classroom management — as it’s what helps students feel safe in your classroom and gives them the ability to trust you and confidently be themselves.