First-year contracted teacher lacks authority and support to enforce consequences, making standard classroom management strategies ineffective in a highly disruptive classroom.

Workarounds Described

• Relays behavior information to homeroom teachers manually
• Uses verbal warnings as the only consequence
• Implements a reward system with physical prizes, managed manually

Implied Software Gaps

• A system that can automatically contact parents despite teacher contract restrictions
• A platform to escalate incidents to admin and track response for accountability
• A digital reward system that can be tied to behavior goals and updated in real-time

Classroom Compass

Classroom Compass is a behavior management and communication tool for teachers without full disciplinary authority, like contractors or substitutes. It provides alternative consequences, automated parent notifications, and real-time admin escalation to create accountability and support.