Many preservice and novice teachers enter the classroom feeling academically prepared to teach content but less prepared to manage the interpersonal and emotional demands of teaching. Classroom management requires more than implementing rules and procedures; it also involves building positive relationships with students, communicating effectively, regulating emotions during challenging situations, and responding thoughtfully to student behavior. These interpersonal and intrapersonal skills are often developed through experience, yet many beginning teachers have limited opportunities to intentionally practice and strengthen them before entering the profession. Research indicates that novice teachers frequently report classroom management as one of their greatest challenges and often desire additional training and support in this area (Shank, 2023).

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