
Kari Chitty, BCBA
Kari is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with a Master's in Special Education and years of experience in public education, where she taught, coached, and partnered with school teams to strengthen behavior practices and build systems of support.
At Behavior Advantage, she's part of a team that makes sure partners never feel like they're figuring it out alone. From first conversations to full implementation, Kari helps school and district teams turn great tools into everyday practice, keeping things practical, manageable, and actually working for the people doing the work.
Before entering education, Kari served on active duty in the Army, an experience that shaped how she leads today: steady under pressure, community-focused, collaborative, and always committed to the bigger picture.
Articles
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…
March 5, 2026
Learn MoreDe-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,…
February 3, 2026
Learn MoreThe First 30 Seconds Card
The First 30 Seconds Card is a quick, easy-to-remember de-escalation technique that helps you respond calmly and consistently when…
February 3, 2026
Learn MoreMTSS Behavior Systems Check
When MTSS behavior isn’t working, the answer usually isn’t “more layers”—it’s stronger foundations. The MTSS Behavior Systems Check is…
January 29, 2026
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