IEP BASICS
“This document outlines accommodations, goals, and services for students with disabilities.”
PBSP is an acronym for...
What is positive behavior support plan
A student covers their ears during loud activities. This support may help.
what is noise cancelling headphones, going for a walk, asking for a break, etc.
Give ONE example of preserving student dignity in the classroom
What is Respectful language, Encouraging self-advocacy, Avoiding embarrassment, avoiding power struggles
When one team member is overwhelmed, another team member may help by doing this
What is offering help, break, assistance
This section of the IEP explains how a student is currently performing academically and behaviorally.
What is present levels
Giving a student praise after appropriate behavior is an example of this
what is positive reinforcement
This means students with disabilities learn alongside peers whenever appropriate.
What is inclusion
This should happen regularly between teachers and paraprofessionals to support consistency.
ABC in behavior analysis stands for this
What is antecedent, behavior, consequence
A student becomes overwhelmed during transitions. This visual tool may help.
What is visual schedule, visual timer, reminders, etc.
Encouraging peer interaction and teaching the students to interact with each other appropriately, supports this important student skill.
What are social skills
A paraprofessional notices a strategy is not working. The BEST next step is this.
What is communicate concerns to the teacher/team
These are accomadations made in the IEP to help a student access learning in a more efficient way
What are specially designed instructions
This behavior function occurs when a student acts out to avoid work.
What is escape
A student is escalating during a transition. Name TWO supports you could use.
What are Visual timer, Calm voice, First-Then board, Transition warning, Break option
This type of language focuses on the person before the disability.
What is person first language
This type of feedback is specific, actionable guidance designed to help someone improve their performance or behavior.
What is constructive feedback
This federal law guarantees students with disabilities access to a free appropriate public education.
What is IDEA
Remaining calm, using a low voice, and giving space are examples of this strategy.
What are de-escalation strategies
A paraprofessional should fade prompts when possible to encourage this long-term student outcome.
what is independence/self-advocacy
Name TWO ways paraprofessionals can support strong teamwork in the classroom.
What is: Communicate respectfully; Follow classroom behavior plans; Share observations; Ask questions; Stay consistent; Support student independence