Seem to interact and navigate environment in an awkward, weird, or odd manner
Antagonize others
Annoy, poke, hit, tap, or get the attention of others then run away
Have poor concept of appropriate times and places to say certain things
Tease others frequently
Have younger more immature friends
Seem emotionally immature
Have difficulty making or maintaining friendships
Display inappropriate behaviors
Exhibit behaviors that push others away and make them look weird or odd
Seek negative attention or do something inappropriate then look around the room to see who is looking
Class clown
Be overprotective of relationships
Have trouble sharing friends
Become jealous over friendships
Relational aggression
Start rumors about others
Lash out at others that are seen as betraying them or not giving them full attention
Make inappropriate comments
Poor interactions with others
Play alone or parallel play
Lack of make believe play
Play with toys inappropriately
Display emotions that are not appropriate to the situation
Be overly animated, dramatic, or sensational
Tell unrealistic stories and experiences
Always try to top others, be better, win every time
Poor winner and loser
Tier I Interventions
Before you start, a few important points:
Try multiple interventions
Try each intervention for a minimum of 4-weeks and over 1 intervention may be implemented at the same time.
Further details on each intervention is linked here.
Interventions:
Alternative modes of completing assignments
Assign a buddy or partner
Assign a classroom job
Break down assignment
Break down directions
Deep breathing
Draw a picture or write in a journal
Encourage interaction with a more self confident student
Help student start assignment
Listen to music
Move to a new location in the classroom
Non verbal cues
Proximity to students
Reassurance
Reduce assignment
Send student on errand
Speak with student in hallway
Take a break
Talk one on one with student
Teach conflict resolution skills
Teach coping skills
Teach relationship skills
Teach relaxation techniques
Teach social skills
Touch base with student
Touch student on shoulder