Sassafras Program Viewbook

The Sassafras Program

Sassafras At-a-Glance

Our Students Autism Spectrum Disorder Average or Higher Intelligence

Our Classroom

Our Program

ABA

Therapeutic Activities

Self-Contained

Behavioral Intervention Plans & FBA’s

Highly Structured and Predictable Schedule

AIM Curriculum

Significant Externalizing Behavior

Small Group Instruction

Sensory Profiles

Grades K-4

Integrated Specials

Project Based Learning

Our Philosophy The philosophy of the Sassafras room is based on the premises that students need positive relationships, feel positive emotions, and develop a sense of control and purpose in order to learn.

This classroom is designed to not only support students social-emotional and behavioral growth, but develop students that feel happy, cared for, and listened to.

Behavior Regulation Social Skill Acquisition Control & Purpose

Director & Lead Teacher

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

ABA Therapist

Education al Assistant

Education al Assistant

1:1 Student Teacher Ratio

BCBA Behavioral Intervention and Monitoring

20%

Lead Teacher ABA Implementatio n

25% Ed Assistants Curriculum Implementation

Curriculum Development and Oversight

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) A Field of psychology -

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Applying behavioral principles to behavioral goals and carefully measuring the results Overarching framework Used in different settings

As a therapy: -

“Gold Standard� Autism Treatment Desired behaviors taught through a system of rewards and consequences.

Behavior Analyst Requirements: ○ Masters degree ○ Supervised clinical work ○ Passed the National Certification exam In the classroom: ○ Conducts student observations and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA’s) ○ Writes behavior profiles ○ Creates and implements data tracking procedures ○ Develops crisis plans ○ Works directly with students and supports other team members when dealing with challenging behavior

AIM Curriculum Mindfulness

Accept. Identify.

Move.

Psychological Flexibility:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Applied Behavior Analysis