Struggling with Student Behaviour? It Could Be Your Stress Affecting the Whole Classroom!

In this episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, Kailey dives into the neurobiology behind why emotions are contagious and how they impact both teacher and student behaviour. You’ll learn how emotions serve as a form of communication, both internally and interpersonally, and how you can harness this understanding to improve your classroom dynamics.

Kailey shares practical strategies to create a social-emotional teaching plan that helps everyone—students and teachers—prepare their brains and bodies for effective learning. This whole-brain teaching routine will not only help you manage behaviour more effectively but will also boost academic success in your classroom.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have actionable strategies to improve your classroom management, behaviour management, and emotional intelligence—all while creating a calmer, more productive environment for both you and your students.