3-Tier Model of Mathematics Instruction Tier 1 Tier 2 Where does instruction of students in this tier occur?

Who provides the instruction for this tier?

Instruction of students occurs in whole class or small groups. Highly qualified elementary teachers. General education classrooms, After school programs, summer programs Highly qualified elementary classroom teachers with support from a 504 specialist, special education teacher, or a ESL teacher. Endorsed teacher Students whose needs have not been met through Tier 1. Students to fail to meet Tier 1 objectives in one or more critical areas. Four to five times per week, for an additional 15-20 minutes beyond Tier 1 instruction. Skills and strategies in other content areas. Targeted, systematic, explicit instruction. Differentiated instruction in small groups, Explicit connections between different representations. Guided practice and manipulatives.

Tier 3

Appropriate specialized instructional setting within the school. Elementary mathematics intervention specialist, special education teacher, or ESL endorsed teacher.

What students receive instruction in this tier?

All students receive instruction.

Students who have not responded successfully to Tier 2 interventions.

How much time should be scheduled for this tier?

1 hour of core instruction a day.

Minimum of 20-30 minutes daily in addition to Tier 1 instruction.

What type of instruction takes place at this tier?

Differentiated, Guided practice, visual representations, technology, application of skills, and manipulatives

Explicit, intense, targeted instruction on specific conceptual components for individuals or small groups. Use of manipulatives and technology, guided practice, instructional methods.