ESPC Instructional Support & Classroom Management 2

Question 1

A student with ADHD is struggling to stay on task during independent work. Which accommodation is most appropriate for a paraeducator to implement?

Accepted Answer

Break the assignment into smaller chunks with brief movement breaks

Answer

Breaking tasks into smaller segments with movement breaks helps students with ADHD maintain focus without removing them from the learning environment.

Question 2

During a read-aloud session, a paraeducator notices a student mouthing words incorrectly. The best immediate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Quietly model the correct pronunciation and have the student repeat it

Answer

Discreet, immediate corrective feedback paired with modeling preserves the student's dignity while reinforcing accurate phonological awareness.

Question 3

A teacher asks a paraeducator to implement a token economy system. What is the primary purpose of this behavioral strategy?

Accepted Answer

To reinforce desired behaviors by earning tokens exchangeable for rewards

Answer

Token economies use positive reinforcement by allowing students to earn tokens for appropriate behavior that can be exchanged for preferred rewards.

Question 4

When providing instructional support in a co-taught classroom, the paraeducator's role is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Supporting students under the teacher's direction while avoiding instructional decisions

Answer

Paraeducators work under the supervising teacher's direction, providing targeted student support rather than making independent instructional decisions.

Question 5

A student becomes agitated and starts to escalate during a transition. The paraeducator should first:

Accepted Answer

Use a calm voice and offer a brief sensory break before continuing the transition

Answer

De-escalation through calm tone and a brief break addresses the student's dysregulation before it intensifies.

(ESPC) Education Support Professional Certified Practice Test

(ESPC) Education Support Professional Certified Practice Test

ESPC Instructional Support & Classroom Management 2