About Classroom Counsel

Classroom Counsel is committed to empowering new and second-career educators by providing practical, experience-based support grounded in the insights of a veteran teacher. We equip teachers with the tools and strategies they need to build confidence, develop effective teaching practices, and manage the challenges of the early years in the classroom. Our approach emphasizes the power of strong relationships and consistent classroom management from day one, helping educators create lasting impact from the start.

At Classroom Counsel, we offer a distinctive perspective shaped by Ernie Lee’s transition from a legal career to the classroom through an alternative certification program. With experience as a school-level induction coordinator and classroom management instructor, Ernie has mentored both recent graduates and second-career educators for years. His approach blends empathy with practical strategies, offering real-world guidance that’s immediately useful. Grounded in firsthand experience, our consulting helps educators build strong relationships, establish effective routines, and thrive from day one in the classroom.

At Classroom Counsel, we offer personalized, experience-driven support to help educators thrive from day one. Our consulting services are built on four key pillars:

• Relationship-Focused: We prioritize building strong, respectful connections with students, families, and colleagues as the foundation of effective teaching.
• Grounded in Experience: With years of mentoring new teachers and those entering the profession through alternative certification, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities they face.
• Comprehensive Guidance: From classroom setup and management to professional boundaries and self-care, we provide practical advice across every aspect of early-career teaching.
• Resource-Oriented: We share real-world strategies, proven tools, and ready-to-use templates that educators can immediately apply—plus recommendations for materials and organizations that support ongoing growth.

Our goal is to make the complex work of teaching more manageable, effective, and rewarding.