Manage Escalating Behavior (E.4.1.7)
Sub Category: Social and Emotional Development: Self-Concept, Behavior Regulation, Emotional Control, Attention, and Social Skills
Credential Level: Level 2 •
Age Group: Infant, Toddler, Pre-K
COMPETENCY STATEMENT
Intervenes promptly and sensitively when behavior begins to escalate
DEFINITIONS
When a child’s behavior starts to escalate, teachers step in quickly and calmly. They use a gentle voice and actions to help the child feel safe and regain control. This helps prevent bigger problems and teaches children how to manage strong feelings.
EXAMPLES
Manage Escalating Behavior
Age Group: Infant
Age Group: Infant
In this exemplar video, a teacher calmy comforts the child as they start to get more upset. Notice how the teacher uses a gentle voice and actions to help the child feel safe and regain control –an example of intervening promptly and sensitively when behavior begins to escalate.