When students talk constantly, withdraw, refuse to participate, or arrive completely unprepared, it is easy to focus on stopping the behavior.
This four-week live online course offers a different starting point: What might the behavior be communicating?
You will learn to look beneath challenging classroom behavior, explore what may be driving it, and respond with greater calm, confidence, and connection while maintaining clear boundaries.
The Connected Classroom is for ELT teachers who are experiencing behavior challenges in the classroom.
"I found Verónica’s webinar and her observations about classroom management so insightful that I chose to reference her work in my book on Inclusion. The points she made about handling conflict and prejudice really resonated with me”.
“I worked with Verónica through behavior management workshops and an ongoing DEIB group for ELT teachers. As a teacher of teens, I had tried all the usual suggested strategies and was still struggling with a challenging class. Verónica’s thoughtful, equity-centered approach helped me move out of survival mode. She offers an effective, contemporary model for classroom behavior suited to our rapidly changing educational landscape.”
“As a new teacher in one of my first roles, with no administrative support, I often felt alone in the classroom. After a painful classroom conflict, Verónica helped me see my students as emotional human beings. Her guidance transformed how I handled conflict, engagement, and connection in class. I highly recommend her to any teacher.”
“I’ve been a teacher for over 20 years. I attended Verónica’s workshop at the TESOL Spain North–British Council Conference, and it was genuinely inspiring. I’ve been sharing her ideas with my team. I particularly loved the part about how to structure transformative talks. Teaching has become more challenging in recent years, and her session was a great reminder of how important it is to be ready and willing to support this new generation of students.”
“Verónica’s thoughtful and engaging DEIB training invited deeper reflection on inclusive language and the unseen impact of everyday communication. She created a warm and welcoming, supportive space that encouraged open discussion and offered practical guidance to support more mindful, respectful, and inclusive communication. I would definitely recommend Verónica’s training.”
The Founding Beta Program Includes:
Four live, 90-minute online sessions
A small cohort of no more than 12 participants
Downloadable course materials
A private WhatsApp group
Together, we will explore:
Behavior as communication
The unmet needs beneath challenging behavior
Your behavior triggers
Your fight, flight, freeze and fawn responses
Ways to respond with connection and clear boundaries
You will leave with a practical framework for understanding challenging behavior and responding without shame, rewards, or reactive power struggles.
October 15 | October 22 | October 29 | November 5, 2026
Founding Beta Rate
€190
Future standard price: €280
"I found Verónica’s webinar and her observations about classroom management so insightful that I chose to reference her work in my book on Inclusion. The points she made about handling conflict and prejudice really resonated with me”.
“I worked with Verónica through behavior management workshops and an ongoing DEIB group for ELT teachers. As a teacher of teens, I had tried all the usual suggested strategies and was still struggling with a challenging class. Verónica’s thoughtful, equity-centered approach helped me move out of survival mode. She offers an effective, contemporary model for classroom behavior suited to our rapidly changing educational landscape.”
“As a new teacher in one of my first roles, with no administrative support, I often felt alone in the classroom. After a painful classroom conflict, Verónica helped me see my students as emotional human beings. Her guidance transformed how I handled conflict, engagement, and connection in class. I highly recommend her to any teacher.”
“I’ve been a teacher for over 20 years. I attended Verónica’s workshop at the TESOL Spain North–British Council Conference, and it was genuinely inspiring. I’ve been sharing her ideas with my team. I particularly loved the part about how to structure transformative talks. Teaching has become more challenging in recent years, and her session was a great reminder of how important it is to be ready and willing to support this new generation of students.”
“Verónica’s thoughtful and engaging DEIB training invited deeper reflection on inclusive language and the unseen impact of everyday communication. She created a warm and welcoming, supportive space that encouraged open discussion and offered practical guidance to support more mindful, respectful, and inclusive communication. I would definitely recommend Verónica’s training.”
You do not need another list of quick fixes for challenging classroom behavior.
You need a way to understand what is happening beneath the behavior and what is happening within you when it occurs.
If behavior is communication, let’s learn to speak the language.
Complete the short inquiry form, and I’ll be in touch with the next steps.
FAQ
What makes this different from other classroom behavior management courses?
We learn together, live. In real time, with real people. You get coaching, reflection, and human support in every session.
The course combines 20+ years of ELT experience with Gestalt psychotherapy and DEIB training. It’s trauma-informed, relational, and equity-focused. We build connection and communication skills that center care, not compliance.
Do I need to be a qualified teacher to join?
Yes. This course is designed for certified ELT professionals with a CELTA, TEFL, or a relevant degree. It’s especially supportive for teachers early in their careers, or for those who feel underprepared or overwhelmed in their current teaching role.
I’m already overwhelmed. Will this involve extra work?
I hear you. This course was designed by a teacher, for teachers, with real classroom demands in mind. The course runs for one month, with a commitment of approximately an hour and a half per week. The focus is on support, reflection, and practical integration rather than adding more pressure to an already full workload.
Do I have to attend live sessions?
Yes. Live sessions are at the heart of the experience, so we ask that you attend them all. This is where we learn, connect, and support one another in real time. Sessions will not be recorded.
How big is the group?
Each cohort includes 6–12 teachers, small enough for personalised support, and large enough to foster meaningful peer connection.
What tech do I need?
Just a reliable internet connection and a device with a camera and microphone for our weekly video sessions.
What are the payment options?
Pay in installments:
3 payments of €210 a month (refundable up to 14 days) Pay in Full:
€830 total Euros (refundable up to 14 days)
Will I see a return on my investment?
If teaching feels heavy right now, this course offers more than short-term relief. You’ll build relational, communication, and conflict-resolution skills grounded in empathy. Skills that will strengthen your classroom, support your professional growth, and carry into life beyond school.