Behavior and Classroom Management
Practical Strategies and Resources that Get Results
Although our specialists take great care to embed behavior strategies into all of our instructional and academic sessions, these highlighted sessions provide specialized tools for classroom teachers and administrators to create an efficient, effective, and positive climate.
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Behavior 101
Are you interested in learning about behavior theory, why students engage in certain behaviors, and how behavioral theory is at work in your classroom? If you answered "Yes" to these questions, then the Behavior 101 online course is the training for you! This online course will provide an overview of behavior theory, the functions of behavior, the types of consequences, and other important factors in addressing behaviors. The online format allows participants to work at their own pace while providing interactive learning. Following the training, participants will understand foundational behavior principles/theory, the importance of the function of behaviors, and how these concepts can be used to help staff make decisions based on addressing students’ behavioral needs. Learn more and register here.
Experienced Behavior Staff Support Network
The Behavior Staff Support Network is designed to give experienced behavior professionals (5+ years) a way to connect with other behavior staff to learn from, network with, and support each other. During each meeting, educators will have the opportunity to share valuable resources to avoid reinventing the wheel and to share their behavior expertise to improve behavioral interventions and outcomes. Participants will also have access to the latest news, research, and other developments impacting behavior support.
New Behavior Staff Support Program
The role of a behavior specialist, interventionist, coordinator, and coach is characterized by many essential competencies. These individuals require a combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that allow them to understand student behavior, accurately collect and analyze data, create effective intervention plans, and communicate with teachers, staff, administration, and families. This program is designed to help foster the professional growth and development of school staff who support student behavior.
Individuals who are new to the role of behavior support (1-4 years) will meet to discuss: Functional Behavior Assessment, Classroom Observations, Data Collection, Communication, Goal Writing, Trauma and Behavior, Coaching and Modeling