ACCOMMODATES BEHAVIOUR DISORDER

Best Practices and Accommodations

·    Develop consistent behavior expectations.

·    Involve the student in setting academic and personal goals.

·    Engage in role playing situations.

·    Communicate with parents so that strategies are consistent at home and school.

·    Set limits and boundaries.

·    Apply established consequences immediately, fairly and consistently.

·    Acknowledge and reinforce acceptable behavior.

·    Avoid confrontation and power struggles.

·    Provide a highly structured classroom environment.

·    Clearly post rules and expectations.

·    Establish a quiet cool off area.

·  Provide and teach opportunities for the student to use self control/self monitoring techniques to control behavior.

    ·    Teach self talk to relieve stress and anxiety.

·    Teach and provide time for relaxation techniques.

·    Establish cues as reminders for inappropriate behavior.

·    Redirect to avoid situations that may increase anxiety levels.

   ·    Remain calm and aware of your body language when addressing the student.