Disrespectful Behavior

Establish a clear plan of behaviors that you would like to target. Addressing all disruptive behaviors will make it more manageable

Teach and re-teach strategies that the class can use when they are having difficulty with a task or just need a break from working

Establish, maintain and build a relationship with the student and get to know them. Ask them what works for them when you need to redirect them

Set up a check-in and check-out system for your class period to gauge where the student is at (e.g., scale of 1 - 10) and remind of strategies they can use (e.g., break area, ask for help, work with an adult) and check-out to provide feedback (see response strategies in giving feedback to the student

Meet with parents (counselor, therapist, etc.) to see if there is anything that they do at home that helps

When giving instructions or placing demands, give choices (ensure that you are ok with both choices)

Ensure that the academic task is at their instructional level

Allow for accommodations (e.g., make up assignments, extra time, chunk assignments, scheduled breaks) if the task is too difficult

Use positive redirection (e.g., "I can give you some help on the assignment just as soon as you return to your seat")

When addressing negative behavior, use the the "sandwich method" by telling the student a positive, what you would like work on with them and then end on a positive again

Do not raise your voice or argue with the student. Instead, remind them of the classroom expectation and what they can do if they need help

Ask the student (do not tell) if they need a "cool down" period

Listen to the student when they are upset and do not interrupt.

Click her for communication techniques

Follow through on classroom expectations and stay consistent