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Coaching Fidelity Checklist 

1. Prevention Strategies

Uses First / Then or clear expectations
Yes
No
Provides transition warnings
Yes
No
Uses visuals / supports
Yes
No
Offers choices
Yes
No

2. Reinforcement Strategies

Provides immediate, specific praise
Yes
No
Reinforces appropriate behavior
Yes
No
Uses reinforcement consistently
Yes
No
Avoids reinforcing problem behavior
Yes
No

3. De-Escalation Strategies

Remains calm/neutral
Yes
No
Uses brief, clear directions
Yes
No
Avoids power struggles
Yes
No
Redirects appropriately
Yes
No

4. Data Tracking

ABC data is being collected
Yes
No
Data is consistent across times/days
Yes
No
Behavior/function is identified
Yes
No
Data is used to guide decisions
Yes
No

5. Plan Implementation

Understands behavior function
Yes
No
Follows plan as written
Yes
No
Implements independently
Yes
No
Adjusts based on feedback
Yes
No

6. Scoring

Fidelity Levels
85–100% → Independent
60–84% → Developing
Below 60% → Needs Support
Child Progress
Significant Improvement
Some Improvement
No Change
Worsening
Next Steps
Continue Coaching
Fade Support
Revise Plan
Escalate Support
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