Kari Chitty, BCBA

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with a Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in Special Education, I’m passionate about helping educators create supportive and inclusive classroom environments where all students can thrive. With a background in teaching, behavior analysis, and systems-level work, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with school teams to implement practical, evidence-based strategies that drive student success. I served on active duty in the Army, and after transitioning out, I continued to support military families and communities in various volunteer roles. My experiences with diverse populations have deeply influenced my commitment to equipping educators with the tools they need to make a lasting impact.

Articles

Behavior Intervention Strategies for Managing Access Behaviors

Managing Access Behaviors in Schools: Practical Behavior Intervention Strategies

A function-based, proactive approach to reducing disruption by teaching what to do instead. Disruptive behavior in students is often…
Family Engagement MTSS

5 Strategies to Increase Family Engagement in MTSS

Family engagement can be the difference between a plan that looks good on paper and a plan that actually…
New Hire Behavior Support Onboarding Checklist

A Practical Framework for Onboarding School Staff in Behavior Support

A systems-based approach to building confidence, consistency, and follow-through This framework is designed for school administrators, MTSS/PBIS teams, behavior…
De-escalation techniques

De-Escalation Techniques: What Are They and How to Use Them (Top 10 for School Teams)

De-escalation isn’t just for specialists. It’s for anyone who may respond to escalated behavior; teachers, support staff, administrators, counselors,…