Page 8 - Behavioral Interventions Training

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Behavior Specific
Praise
Example: “Great job, Lin! You
were frustrated and you took
a deep breath.”
Use student’s name
Describe the behavior/ skill in
clear language/calm tone
Provide immediately after
observing the behavior.
Praise students more than
you correct them (in a way
that is comfortable for them)
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Daily Schedule (with
Visual Supports)
Post Daily Schedule and
Expectations/Norms
Use Timers
Post Routines with Images
Limit Unstructured Downtime
Shorten transition time
Incorporate structured
movement/brain breaks
Daily SEL Check Ins
Explicit Teaching
and Pre-Viewing
Create and teach expectations,
norms and routines
Teach group roles
Teach and practice Calming
Strategies (breathing, etc)
Prepare for transitions
(countdowns, previewing)
Break down verbal directions (Step
1, 2, 3…)
Prime students for changes in daily
routines
Tier 1 Positive Behavior Strategies (MTSS)