CLASS® for Educators
The CLASS® tool helps educators strengthen what matters most: interactions that connect, engage, and inspire learning.
Whether you’re preparing for a CLASS observation or simply want to keep growing, your daily interactions matter most. With CLASS, you can feel confident as you connect with children, spark learning, and handle daily classroom challenges.
How CLASS® Supports You
Your work with children already makes a powerful difference. We know it can also be demanding: balancing needs, managing challenges, and finding time for your professional development. The CLASS tool was designed with that in mind. It helps you:
- See your impact: Notice how your daily interactions shape children’s learning and development
- Build on strengths: Get clear, specific feedback you can use right away to tackle challenges and spark more learning
- Grow with flexibility: Choose professional learning that fits into your busy schedule
- Create learning settings where children thrive: Build strong relationships and engaging environments that support children’s academic and social–emotional learning
Getting Observed?
Every educator’s journey is different. For many, a CLASS® observation is the first step—but the CLASS tool is more than that. It helps you focus on the importance of interactions, celebrates powerful moments, and gives you tools to grow your impact.
Hear from an educator about what to expect during a CLASS® observation.
Transform Your Impact
Through flexible training, resources, and ongoing support, you’ll get practical guidance for your learning setting: from enhancing interactions to addressing challenging behaviors and strengthening instructional support. Explore some of our offerings below:
CLASS® Trainings
- CLASS® Intro to Interactions for Educators: Understand how interactions drive classroom impact and how CLASS supports continuous quality improvement.
- CLASS® Connect: Your subscription to a library of bite-sized courses on subjects curated by educators, for educators.
- CLASS® Banking time: Strengthen educator–child relationships that build trust and support learning.
CLASS® Supports
- CLASS® Strategy Cards: Integrate CLASS strategies into your day
- CLASS® Literacy Support Kit: Support foundational literacy skills, promote quality teacher-student relationships
CLASS® Resources
- The Power of Interactions: An engaging webinar that presents new evidence on the impact of social-emotional learning on literacy development.
- Back to School with Meaningful Interactions: A transformative and engaging series for early childhood educators and instructional coaches
- What to Expect when you’re about to be Observed: A quick guide to help you understand what to expect during a CLASS® observation.
FAQ
1. Do I need to modify my teaching style to fit the CLASS® framework?
No. The CLASS® framework captures what educators already do well every day. It highlights strengths and provides insights to make everyday interactions even more effective.
2. Can I earn CEUs when I take CLASS® trainings?
Yes, several CLASS® training offerings are eligible for continuing education units (CEUs), giving educators recognition for their learning and growth.
3. How can I connect with other educators using the CLASS® tool?
The CLASS® Learning Community brings together over 25,000 educators to share experiences, exchange ideas, and support each other’s professional growth.