Building Resilient Classrooms

A coach-guided, two-year journey that integrates research-based practices in positive behavior support, restorative approaches, trauma sensitivity, and social-emotional learning to help educators build safe, supportive, and engaging classrooms—without feeling overwhelmed. Building Resilient Classrooms is aligned with the Danielson Framework.

Program Overview

✔ 1 coach-led group session per month (live, virtual or in-person)

✔ 1 online module per month (asynchronous with videos, guided notes, printable items, and tools you can use right away)

✔ Clear monthly goals to track progress, stay motivated, and get support

What’s Included:

✔ An intro session to kick of the series and lay the foundation

✔ (12) 1-hour Coach-led Sessions

✔ Access our online portal with one asynchronous module to complete per session.  Modules are complete with a video, guided notes, printable materials, and follow up items to apply the practices in the classroom setting

✔ Ongoing coaching and mentorship from experienced educators

✔ Practical strategies & tools to integrate technology and innovative teaching methods effectively

✔ One follow up session to celebrate everyone’s success and provide tips to continue to creating safe and supportive classrooms moving forward

Aligned with the Danielson Framework

Our Building Resilient Classrooms program directly supports key domains of the Charlotte Danielson Framework for Teaching:

Domain 1: Planning & Preparation

Use data and differentiation to design responsive lessons.

Domain 2: Classroom Environment

Create respectful, supportive spaces and manage routines.

Domain 3: Instruction

Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction and use formative data.

Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities

Reflect, collaborate, and commit to continuous growth.

Why It’s Worth It

With just 1 hour per month, you’ll walk away with:
✔ Practical strategies you can use right away
✔ A supportive network of fellow educators
✔ Confidence to manage behavior and build connection
✔ Tools that align with teacher evaluation and new teacher goals

Join us and take the guesswork out of classroom management. Together, we’ll build classrooms where both teachers and students thrive.

Supports New Teacher Induction & Mentoring in Pennsylvania

This program complements Pennsylvania’s Induction Standards, giving new teachers tools and mentorship in:

✔ Classroom management & culture-building

✔ Trauma-informed practices aligned with Act 55 & SEL goals

✔ Data-driven instruction and reflection

✔ Ongoing support and peer collaboration

✔ Wellness and teacher resilience

New teachers gain confidence, mentorship, and a structured path to classroom success—all aligned with district initiatives.

Ready to take your school and classroom environment to the next level?

Contact us today to get started.

Email us at: info@katonalinnconsulting.com

Explore the Online Module Topics

  • Kick-Off & Prep Work: Laying the Foundation

    Get started strong! Learn how trauma shows up in the classroom and how this program will support you all year. Meet your coach, understand your role, and gear up for success.

    Module 1: Promoting Positive Classroom Culture

    Discover how a positive classroom vibe can boost motivation and behavior. Build a shared vision with students and design fun, team-centered projects that build respect and belonging.

    Module 2: Introduction to Classroom Management Principles

    Learn what great classroom management really looks like and why it matters. Set the stage for calm, focused learning with tools that make teaching smoother and more joyful.

    Module 3: Self-Care and Teacher Well-Being

    Teacher well-being is the heart of a healthy classroom. Get simple self-care tools and stress-busting strategies so you can lead with clarity, energy, and heart.

    Module 4: Establishing Classroom Rules and Expectations

    Create rules that work with students, not against them. Learn how to teach expectations in a way that sticks—and builds community at the same time.

    Module 5: Managing Classroom Transitions and Routines

    Make transitions a breeze! Learn practical ways to keep your day flowing smoothly with predictable routines that save time and cut down chaos.

    Module 6: Promoting Positive Behaviors

    Shift your focus to what’s going right. Learn how to use praise, rewards, and incentives to build up behavior instead of always reacting to what’s going wrong.

  • Module 7: Engaging Instructional Strategies

    Make learning exciting again! Use interactive strategies, tech tools, and real-world projects to engage every student—even the tough-to-reach ones.

    Module 8: Building Positive Relationships with Students

    Strong relationships are the secret sauce. Get easy ways to connect with students daily, understand their needs, and create a classroom where everyone feels seen.

    Module 9: Strategies for Dealing with Challenging Behaviors

    Tackle tough behavior with confidence. Learn calm, proven strategies to de-escalate disruptions and use restorative circles to rebuild trust and community.

    Module 10: Teaching College & Career Ready Skills

    Blend college and career readiness into your day without adding more to your plate. Align with SEL, PBIS, and other initiatives for meaningful, future-focused learning.

    Module 11: Differentiated Instruction for Resilience

    Make learning work for every student. Discover how to plan lessons that offer choice, adapt to different needs, and tap into each learner’s strengths—without getting overwhelmed.

    Module 12-Data-based Decision-Making Made Easy

    Learn easy ways to use the data you already have—like grades, behavior, and attendance—to guide your teaching. Spot trends, adjust your plan, and help students grow with confidence.

    Module 13-Reflecting on Growth & Future Development

    Take a moment to reflect, recharge, and reset. Celebrate your wins, learn from your challenges, and set goals for what’s next. Build your own action plan and walk away with a network of support for the road ahead.

    • Ongoing for Year 2 to implement all the content. Monthly Community of Practice for Building Resilient Classrooms

What Educators are Saying

  • “Attending this brought up a great reminder to focus on student's mental/emotional health, as well as our own.”

  • “Great information for integrating soft skills into our everyday teaching.”

  • “So many fantastic tools and ideas.”

  • “I never thought of Career Ready Skills as SEL skills. It re-frames my whole way to work with the staff to get information to students - thank you!”

  • “Lots of great information, looking forward to implementing the handouts in school settings.”