Five Tier I Instructional Strategies Every Classroom Should Use Tomorrow

Teachers love tools they can use right away, so here are five go-to strategies we model in almost every GYTO training:

1. Targeted Learning Goals

Clear, visible, student-friendly targets that anchor instruction.

2. Student Accountability Routines

Quick checks for understanding woven throughout every lesson.

3. Movement with Purpose

Simple transitions that increase engagement without chaos.

4. Pacing & Proximity

Intentional teacher movement and pacing that keeps students focused.

5. Data-Driven Adjustments

Mini-assessments that guide small-group instruction in real time.

These strategies form the backbone of high-performing classrooms—and they’re the heartbeat of Get Your Teach On.