Tier 2 Behavior Interventions: Check-In Check-Out and Beyond

Tier 2 Behavior Support in an MTSS/PBIS Framework 

For students with mild to moderate levels of misbehavior, Tier 2 strategic intervention programs are an efficient, cost-effective, and time-effective way to make intervention readily available to students who are not responsive to Tier 1 alone but who do not require intensive, individualized intervention. Tier 2 programs have a systematic approach to skills instruction, progress monitoring, fidelity, self-management, and eventual weaning from intervention.

Tier 2 Behavior Intervention Options:

• Check In Check Out: structure, encouragement, and feedback from a trusted adult.
• Meaningful Work: students take on campus or community jobs that build relationships and may tie in with academic learning.
• Structured Mentorships: a positive role model who promotes engagement in academic and leadership activities.
• Leadership Clubs: a group setting that builds skills and connection to school.

Tier 2 behavior intervention programs provide structures that cue the ADULTS to interact with the student in a different way! 

Campuses that implement strategic programs are seeking to ensure that students are consistently receiving increased levels of:

• Adult Attention

• Behavior Skills Instruction

• Positive and Corrective Feedback

• Academic Support

There are a variety of great intervention options that combine these components into a workable, organized program. Each of these options helps address the underlying needs that are contributing to misbehavior. As a result, students are often able to gain the skills and support needed to become successful.

To build and sustain behavior intervention programs, form a team and formalize processes in writing.  

 Tier 2 behavior programs are not a solo endeavor. It is important to form a leadership team and to collaborate with a range of stakeholders and mentors on campus and even from the wider community. The team can decide how to best screen, set up intervention programs, train teachers and mentors, and communicate with families.  Student progress and family communication can be tracked using MTSS software like Branching Minds. As these systems are developed, a written plan or handbook ensures the work is captured and can be continually revisited and improved.

👉 TEMPLATE: Tier 2 Behavior Intervention Handbook