I would start by trying to grow a connection with each and everyone of your students. Show them that you are there for them, show them your love and caring side. These students have a very hard time with trust issues, and that is something you have to earn with them. Don't buy their love, just show them by coming to school everyday, greeting them, try new handshakes, or get them engaged in something they all like in class. I wish you the best of luck, but I believe you can get these students to care.

I think it is important try and ease into the relationship rather than going full into trying to get the students to understand you. If these students are from an alternative school they probably have grown up with a disliking of school which means that their opinion is not going to change over night. Start slow with those students and work with them, I'm sure that they will come around.

Try to build a relationship with each of the students.The students may not be completely accepting of you at first, but over time should warm up to you. Greeting them at the door, speaking to them with respect and listening to your students build that relationship. Try to make lessons exciting and give them assignments on things they are passionate about. For example, if some students like to sing, make an assignment where they create a song about whatever topic you are learning.

Developing a rapport with the students would be the best place to start. Until the students feel like they know you better, they will question your motives. Also, patience and kindness are two traits that make students feel valued.

As a substitute teacher it is very difficult to function in a classroom and follow another teacher's classroom management plan, however your challenge is to gain respect and control of the class. Rather than trying to have students like you as a person, the focus should be to have them see you as a teacher. You can start by giving them your own expectations and consequences and set the tone for the time you are in the classroom. Use an authoritative voice to capture the students' attention and let them see you as a professional.

I have been a substitute as well and it is very difficult to gain their trust. I know it takes time and patience. When you go to the same school consistently you can slowly gain their confidence. Working to get to know them will be to your benefit. It will take time for you to be trusted. Students that have had many issues many not trust easily.

In order for the students to not see things as a threat, you have to grow a connection with them. Make them feel comfortable and cared for by being consistent with positive reinforcements and positive reassurance.

Start the day by introducing yourself and trying to get to know your students. Form connections with them and let them know why you're there and that you care for them and their education and success.

Creating a relationship with the student is the first step. It's important the student feels comfortable and safe with the teacher. You could also provide with extra aid to benefit them in their schooling.

This is a tough situation. I would recommend that as the teacher, try to create and grow connections with each of the students. Maybe offer small rewards such as candy or maybe to an extent a small snack for students such as chips or a granola bar. All students are food driven at the end of the day. Let them know that your classroom is a safe space for them. Include topics that interest them into your teachings.

My best piece of advice would be to be a support to the student, because they need a support that is outside of their areas of poor behavior. This may influence the student to make the right decision when it comes to his education.

Instead of humiliating students who are misbehaving in front of the entire class, pull them outside the classroom and talk sternly but let them know you're here for them.