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Identify and discuss the skills that are essential for educators to successfully implement this system in their classroom.

“In a school-wide PBS model, it is recommended that school staff should organize their resources, activities, and policies so that they can enhance and sustain practices and outcomes for both student and teacher behavior in schools” (Blum and Cheney, 2009, p. 240).

“…if teachers do not have sufficient skills recommended for the implementation of school-wide PBS, the program and ultimate outcomes for students will be unsuccessful” (Blum and Cheney, 2009, p. 240).

One of the most important knowledge that a teacher needs to have is strong classroom management skill. “…new teachers need strong classroom management skills that are consistent with PBS approaches to teach important social skills to their students while using evidence-based practices to diminish problem behavior” (Blum and Cheney, 2009, p. 240).

Blum, C. & Cheney, D. (2009). The Validity and Reliability of the Teacher Knowledge and Skills Survey for Positive Behavior Support. Teacher Education and Special Education. Volume 32 Number 3.