Tier 1: Core Instruction
All students receive Tier I interventions, also known as “Best Practices” during their core instructional time with their classroom teacher(s). Tier I instruction is typically successful with 80-90% of the population. When an area of focus is identified by the classroom teacher, they will immediately begin implementing Tier 1 Interventions, which will be tracked for a period of 6 weeks. If the student continues to have difficulties, then the student will be referred to the I&RS committee and an Action Plan will be developed.
Tier 2: Targeted Small Group Intervention
Approximately 10-15% of students will need supplemental instruction at a Tier 2 level of support to become proficient. Tier 2 interventions are implemented with groups of students demonstrating common skill deficits or social/emotional/behavioral risk characteristics. Tier 2 interventions are provided outside of the general education classroom, for example academic support clubs, supplemental classes throughout the day, etc. Teachers will continue to track the student’s progress over a 6 to 12 week period.
Tier 3: Intensive Individualized Instruction
Students that require additional or more intensive supports than Tier 2 offers will receive Tier 3 intervention, which is targeted instruction. This may include more frequent, more intensive, and/or one-on-one support during RTI. Typically Tier 3 represents 1-5% of the population.
The Tiers are flexible in nature. For example, a student may begin with Tier 3 and
move to Tier 2 as he/she shows progress.