An important role of a Behavior Coach is to ensure evidence-based strategies are used when intervening with challenging behavior. The following article provides 9 tips for responding to challenging behavior: Tips for Responding to Challenging Behavior in Young Children.
When teaming with staff around challenging behavior, redirection is frequently a strategy we heavily rely on. Redirection can increase positive behavior without increasing directives or corrective comments! Caregivers or staff can redirect children toward more appropriate behaviors to prevent or stop challenging behavior. Consider sharing and reviewing this resource on Tips for Redirection with the teaching teams you are collaborating with.
After staff enters BIRs data, what happens next with the data to ensure it is put to use? Also, how are those steps communicated to all the staff? To get a better understanding, you can click on the following link to view an example of a flowchart from a local program: What Happens When a BIR is Completed?
This month let’s take a look at Step 4 (page 19) of the Equity Coaching Guide : Reflection and Feedback. Consider the following questions to start general conversations around equity and practices:
What experiences have you had with implicit bias and/or culturally responsive practices?
What are your thoughts about culturally responsive practices and their application to supporting children who are experiencing severe and persistent challenging behaviors?
What are some examples of culturally responsive practices you have implemented in your classroom? Considering XXX’s culture, what are some specific culturally responsive practices that could be helpful when teaming with his/her family?