Easily frustrated/irritated
Student may have irritated non-verbal cues (grimace)
Mutter or grumble
Negative self talk
Low self-esteem
Argumentative
Perseverate/fixate
Lash out verbally at peers/adults
Quick to respond emotionally (impulsivity)
Appear flushed or tense
Head down or self removal from area
Restart assignments repeatedly
Crying and work refusal
Lash out physically
Biting nails or lips, tugging at hair, tapping feet, hands, or other nervous habits
Heavy breathing
Red face
Tiered Intervention for Anxiety
Implement multiple interventions
Each intervention must be used at least 10 school days
Collect data on given behavior using data tracking form
After completion of 30 school days, meeting will be help to determine movement to Tier 2
Preferential Seating-peer positive role model
Journal Writing to peer or adult
One on One Conference With Student
Give Controlled Choices