Behavior Bytes:  How Paraprofessionals Can Best Support Challenging Behaviors 

We know that paraprofessionals who deeply understand challenging behavior can have calm and compassionate responses to it. We also know that there are many strategies to prepare for all types of unexpected behaviors. For best results, dig into every single byte here. You will be calm, confident and prepared to handle anything.

behavior BYTES TABLE OF CONTENTS

B#1 — How can I better understand “bad” or challenging behavior?

B#2 — How can I respond to big emotions?

 

B#3 — What are magical behavior strategies that work nearly all of the time?

B#4 — How can I recognize and reduce stressors for students?

B#5 — How can I help students feel safe, seen, soothed, and secure?

B#6 — What are the behavioral strategies I should have at the ready?

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Behavior #1

Behavior #3

Resources

Key PPT Slides

9 ideas for replacing behavior charts and clips

 

Behavior #4

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Key PPT Slides

Common Stressors

10 Ways to Reduce Stressors

 

Behavior #5

Resources

Key PPT Slides

4 S’s (Safe, Seen, Soothed, Secure)

Behavior #6

Resources

Key PPT Slides

Lifelines to Have at the Ready