Seat the student at the side/front of the classroom in order to provide special attention for instructions/directions. This will also enable the student to refocus when necessary.
Be vigilant to prevent any teasing that may occur.
Provide a quiet place for the student to complete activities and tasks.
Consider providing the student with a headset to play instrumental music in order to block out distractions.
Allow for freedom of movement in the classroom.
Providing the student with a small squeeze-toy to fidget with during times when concentration is needed may be of assistance.
Break down assignments into component parts and give shorter time frames for task completion.
Make use of a computer to reduce the need for handwriting.
Pair with a mentor if the tic causes an activity to be unsafe (e.g. a scientific experiment).
Establish an agreed hand gesture/signal as a reminder to refocus during listening periods.
Put a token-reward system in place to manage student’s impulsive behaviour.
Do not rebuke the student for engaging in tic behaviour.
