Mission Implementation Guide Implementation Guide
Supporting On-Task Work Completion
Resource Type
Teacher & Para Guide
The IEP Goal
"Given the support of a paraprofessional in the general education setting, the student will demonstrate on-task behavior to complete assigned tasks with 80% accuracy (completing 80% of the assigned work) in 4 out of 5 trials as measured by data collection and work samples."
Paraprofessional Role
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The "Scaffolding" Prompt: Move from direct verbal prompts to indirect cues (e.g., pointing to the task list) to fade support over time.
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Task Chunking: Help the student break 20-minute tasks into 5-minute segments using the Task Breakdown Blueprint .
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Proximity Control: Start nearby and gradually increase distance as the student maintains focus.
Success Criteria
On-Task Definition: Eyes on work, following instructions, and actively producing output relevant to the assignment.
Accuracy: Calculated as the percentage of items or steps completed within the allotted class time.
Trial Definition: One full class period or one specific designated independent work session.
The Prompting Hierarchy (Fade Support)
Level 4
Full Physical/Verbal
"Pick up the pencil. Write number 1."
Level 3
Direct Cue
"What is your next step?"
Level 2
Gestural/Visual
Pointing to the worksheet.
Level 1
Independent
Target Goal Mastery
Pro-Tip: Use the Mission Control Tracker to give the student immediate feedback. If they reach 80% completion, celebrate the "Mission Success" to reinforce the behavior. Data should be recorded on the Goal Mastery Data Sheet at the end of each session.
Daily Mission Log Mission Control
Daily Focus & Completion Log
Pilot Name / Date
MONDAY
Mission Status
%
MISSION CLEAR
TUESDAY
Mission Status
%
MISSION CLEAR
WEDNESDAY
Mission Status
%
MISSION CLEAR
THURSDAY
Mission Status
%
MISSION CLEAR
FRIDAY
Mission Status
%
MISSION CLEAR
Pilot Reflection
What helped me stay on task today?
Completion Goal: 80%
Weekly Target Met?
YES
NOT YET
Para/Teacher Initials
Task Breakdown Blueprint Task Breakdown Blueprint
Small Steps. Big Results.
Pilot Name
The Mission (Large Task Name)
Step
Small Task to Complete
Support Level
Done?
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02
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05
Support Key
Verbal
Visual
Independent
MISSION STATUS
Target 80% Accuracy Met
Goal Mastery Data Sheet Goal Mastery Tracker
Measurement: 80% Accuracy in 4/5 Trials
Student: ____________________
Quarter/Month: ____________
"Given the support of a paraprofessional in the general education setting, the student will demonstrate on-task behavior to complete assigned tasks with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 trials."
Trial # Date Setting / Subject % Completed Met 80%? Prompt Level Trial 1 ____ % V / G / I Trial 2 ____ %
| V / G / I |
| Trial 3 | | | ____ % |
| V / G / I |
| Trial 4 | | | ____ % |
| V / G / I |
| Trial 5 | | | ____ % |
| V / G / I |
| Block Mastery (Is Goal Met for this set?) |
Yes
| Need 4 out of 5 checks |
Behavioral Observations
Successful Strategies
Task Chunking (Step-by-Step)
Visual Timer / 5-Min Warning
Preferential Seating
Frequent Positive Reinforcement
Prompt Key: V = Verbal Prompt | G = Gestural/Visual Prompt | I = Independent (No Prompt)
Criteria: 80% accuracy means 80% of items or steps are completed within the time block.
Mastery Roadmap Guide Mastery Roadmap
Scaffolding Toward Mission Success
Reference Guide
Scaffolded Objectives
01
Short-Term Objective 1: Task Entry
"Given the support of a paraprofessional and a visual task breakdown , the student will demonstrate on-task behavior to complete at least 60% of an assigned task in 4 out of 5 trials."
Focus: Using tools to start and organize work.
Criteria: 60% completion per session.
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Short-Term Objective 2: Fading Prompts
"Given the support of a paraprofessional in the general education setting, the student will demonstrate on-task behavior to complete at least 75% of an assigned task with no more than 3 verbal redirections in 4 out of 5 trials."
Target
75% Completion
Constraint
≤ 3 Prompts
Frequency
4/5 Trials
Annual Goal Destination
80% Accuracy | Independence focus | Consistent 4/5 trials
Next Step
IEP Mastery Data Collection
Transitioning to Objective 2: Once the student reaches 60% completion consistently using the Task Breakdown Blueprint , focus on reducing the frequency of verbal prompts. Paraprofessionals should switch to gestural cues (pointing) first before expecting independent task maintenance.
Habit Hero Guide Habit Hero Guide
Supporting Academic Independence
Phase 2
Academic Habits
The Goal
"Given the support of a paraprofessional in the general education setting, the student will demonstrate academic habits (checking a daily planner, organizing materials, and annotating text) with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 trials as measured by behavioral checklists and work samples."
1. Planner Check
Checking the daily schedule and writing down assignments for the day during transition periods.
2. Clear Space
Removing unnecessary items from the desk and gathering all tools (pen, notebook, text) before starting.
3. Annotation
Using the established "Annotation Code" to mark up instructional text while reading or listening.
Implementation for Paraprofessionals
P
Predictive Prompting
"What habit should we start with?" (Wait 5 seconds for student to initiate workspace check before cueing).
V
Visual Cues over Verbal
Tap the Annotation Desk Card or point to the planner instead of speaking. Silence encourages internal self-monitoring.
R
Reinforcement Balance
Praise the action ("I see you've cleared your space! Ready to launch.") rather than the student . Build a sense of efficacy.
Measurement: Use the Habit Hero Checklist daily. "80% accuracy" means the student independently or with minimal prompts executes 4 out of 5 of the targeted habits for that specific trial.
Annotation Desk Card Annotation Code
ACTIVE READING POWER-UP
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I'm Confused
I need to ask a question or look this up.
★
Key Detail
This is important for the main idea!
!
Surprise
I found something interesting or new.
◯
Vocab Word
Circle words I don't know yet.
Use your pencil to mark these on your paper as you read. If you're using a computer, use the "Highlight" or "Comment" tools!
Teacher Tip: Laminate this card and tape it to the top corner of the student's desk for quick reference during independent reading and direct instruction.
Habit Mastery Log Habit Mastery Log
Tracking Academic Success Habits
STUDENT: ____________________
MONTH: ______________________
Goal Criteria
80% Accuracy
Goal: 4/5 habits in 4/5 trials
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What counts as "Success"?
Student completes the habit independently or with a maximum of one gestural prompt per session.
HABIT CHECKLIST TRIAL 1 TRIAL 2 TRIAL 3 TRIAL 4 TRIAL 5 1. Check Planner/Schedule
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3. Use Annotation Codes
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4. Workspace Reset (End of Class)
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| Total Habits Completed | / 4 | / 4 | / 4 | / 4 | / 4 |
BLOCK MASTERY
Goal: 80% accuracy in 4/5 trials
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MET?
"Academic habits are the infrastructure of success. Tracking these daily helps the team determine if poor performance is due to lack of skill or lack of organization."
Team Observations / Notes 
