Step-by-Step Guide

Behavior is complicated, but all behavior is a form of communication. When teachers understand what a student is trying to express, they can provide the tools and support needed to help the student communicate more effectively. This guide is designed to equip teachers and staff with the knowledge and strategies necessary to address interfering behaviors in the classroom. It outlines a range of supports that can be implemented at both the class-wide and individual levels.

Step 1

Start by gathering what you know about the student, including diagnoses, trauma history, preferences, and strengths, to build a more complete picture and guide decision-making.

Step 2

Clearly define the behavior you want to change in observable, measurable, and specific terms so everyone is on the same page.

Step 3

Use simple tools to track when and how often the behavior happens so you can measure progress and make informed decisions.

Step 4

Look at what’s happening right before and after the behavior to help identify patterns and possible reasons behind it.

Step 5

Before jumping into individual interventions, consider how pacing, curriculum, feedback, and transitions in the classroom may be affecting student behavior.

Step 6

Choose specific strategies that match the function of the behavior and the student’s needs, and make a plan to put them into action.

Let's start with Step 1: Background Information!

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