level 3 strategies. who needs level 3 strategies? students that are not responding to level 1 and 2...
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Level 3 Strategies
Who needs Level 3 Strategies?• Students that are not responding to Level 1
and 2 strategies in the general classroom.• Students with chronic behavioral concerns
that are interrupting instruction.• Students that need maximum structures to be
successful in the school environment.
Level 3 Behaviors• Chronically disrupt instruction.• Students that have an identified disability
and could harm themselves or others. • Students that require you to keep an eye on
them at all times.
Who else might need Level 3 Strategies?
• Frequent office visitors from multiple areas of the school (cafeteria, bus, bathrooms,etc.)
• Students that are being considered for More Restrictive Placements (Alternative Schools, Special Classes, etc.)
Will Level 3students be
in my classroom???
The short answer is YES!
Level 3 Students Need a Team Approach
• Teachers• Administrators• Mentors• Nurse• Parents• Student Support Team• IEP/ 504 Team
Ok, what can the team do?
• Help in an emergency when student is out of control.
• Remove the student from the room and give a cool down period.
• Document the issues and attempted solutions.
Common Behaviors and StrategiesDisrupting class
Using inappropriate or vulgar language
Hitting/fightingLeaving classroom/school
without permission
Assign a work space away from peers.
Talk to student privately and ask for cooperation.Notify office for help.Notify office about
elopement.
Triggers for the Level 3 Student
• Requests from the teacher.• Statements by peers.• Not having supplies or homework.• Coming to school stressed from bus ride.• Always anything!!!
Non-Verbal Triggers
• Standing over a student (Domineering).• Squaring off directly in front of student (this
stance if viewed as confrontational).• Touching them (In some cultures, this is
considered aggression.)• Taking their supplies.
Verbal Triggers
• Sarcastic remarks• Teasing• Drawing attention
to them • Threatening• Setting them up
What will I need to know to successfully work with a Level 3 student?
• Understanding of how a disability effects behavior and learning.
• How do I get help in an emergency from the office or home?
• What is expected from me?
Where can I find info aboutdisabilities and syndromes?
• National Institute of Childhood Health (NICHY) has a 1 page sheet on every disability.
• Ask a special educator or nurse.
• Ask the parent.
How do I implement an IEP or 504 plan?
• Demand a copy of the plan if you are expected to implement it.
• Ask the special educator or counselor to review the plan with you.
• Ask for assistance when you need it!!
Where can I find out how a disability effects behavior and learning?
• NICHY is a great source to understand common behaviors and learning difficulties but remember each child may have unique needs.
Methods for NotEscalating Behaviors
• Allow them to take a break and cool down.
• Send them on an errand.• Remain calm on the
outside even though you may be mad on the inside.
• Treat them respectful because they may be back in your class tomorrow.