Student Support
The support students need and deserve.
Our teaching techniques are based on behavior-analytic principles.
The PHILLIPS Student Support Services and many of the teaching techniques used at PHILLIPS are based on behavior analytic principles. In addition, PHILLIPS integrates teaching technology from many other Evidence-Based resources.
Our Student Support Services are based on identification of target behaviors for change, differential reinforcement of replacement behaviors, and extinction. Frequent positive reinforcement is used throughout the day, based on the preference of the individual child. Positive Behavior Support is implemented consistently through PHILLIPS’ school wide Level System and Token Economy, as well as Individualized Student Support Services.
PHILLIPS also uses ABA based teaching technology, such as Errorless Teaching, Naturalistic Teaching, Task Analysis, and Behavior Skills Training; selecting methods that work most effectively with individual students and skills. PHILLIPS is not a strictly ABA program as we choose to integrate teaching methods from additional disciplines, including Social Thinking, Sensory Regulation, Trauma Informed Care, Functional Language Skills Development, and multiple academic teaching strategies.
It is the goal of PHILLIPS Schools to offer a balanced program that has a wide range of established practices in order to best serve our wide range of unique students.
De-escalation Process & Crisis Management
Frequently, PHILLIPS students experience difficulty coping with the challenges of problem-solving, task management, and finding ways to meet their needs. As a result, escalation can occur, resulting in safety concerns for students and staff.
In order to safely manage these potential crises, all PHILLIPS staff are trained in the evidence-based and nationally recognized crisis intervention program, Right Response. Right Response emphasizes proactive and holistic interventions that are effective in maintaining safety. De-escalation principles are utilized to assist children who may feel overwhelmed to regain a sense of control and protection. Among these are verbal support, which includes active listening, offering options and choices, problem-solving, managing proximity, and being prepared to offer physical safety assistance as needed. Staff implementing Right Response strategies utilize the least intrusive responses to individuals that will meet their needs and assist them (in our case, the children) in going from a sense of fear, anxiety, or loss of control to a sense of safety and self-control.
Staff are first taught the elements of self-care to be prepared physically, emotionally, and mentally to meet the needs of children with many behavioral challenges. In addition, many strategies of prevention, early intervention, and de-escalation are taught to avoid crises.
All staff are trained in physical safety techniques for those moments when students become harmful to themselves or others.
Following moments of crisis, staff use the debriefing process to learn which interventions were effective and which were not as effective with that particular child or circumstance. In all situations, PHILLIPS staff are trained to use the least intrusive technique that will meet the child's needs while demonstrating respect for that child's dignity and maintaining safety.
Do you need to learn calming techniques at home?
Learn how to prevent, address, and manage your child’s behaviors.
RIGHT RESPONSE Training for Parents and Caregivers will help you:
Remain in control during stressful situations
Support your child through challenging behaviors
Avoid the wrong response, which can make the situation worse
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RIGHT RESPONSE is a proactive and evidence-based approach for de-escalation, intervention, prevention, and positive behavior support.
Completion of Sessions 1 and 2 of this training will earn certification in the Primer Level of RIGHT RESPONSE. -
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Right Response Training for Professionals
De-escalate Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime: Unplug the Power Struggle with Principle-Based De-Escalation
RIGHT RESPONSE training for professionals, parents, and caregivers is available through PHILLIPS.
The RIGHT RESPONSE is proactive, holistic, and immediately effective.
Call 703.941.8810 for more information.
Service Alternatives Training Institute
PO Box 445, Woodinville, WA 98072
800.896.9234
www.SATrainingInstitute.org
Looking to make a difference in the lives of children?
Our special education teaching and paraprofessional positions offer a supportive, collaborative environment, with excellent benefits, and the reward of knowing that you’re helping children and youth achieve their full potential to lead their most productive lives. If that sounds like it interests you then check out our open positions.