200+ IEP Goals Ready to Use

Given a grade-level passage, [Student] will read aloud at a rate of [X] words per minute with 95% accuracy, as measured by curriculum-based measures, in 4 out of 5 trials.

When presented with a grade-level text, [Student] will read with appropriate expression and prosody, pausing at punctuation and using varied intonation, as scored by a fluency rubric, in 80% of opportunities.

[Student] will increase oral reading fluency from [current level] to [target level] words correct per minute on grade-level passages by [date], as measured by DIBELS or equivalent assessment.

Given a passage at instructional level, [Student] will self-correct reading errors within 3 seconds in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

[Student] will read connected text with automaticity, demonstrating appropriate phrasing and attention to punctuation, scoring 3 or higher on a 4-point fluency scale in 80% of trials.

After reading a grade-level passage, [Student] will answer literal comprehension questions with 80% accuracy across 3 consecutive data collection sessions.

[Student] will identify the main idea and 2 supporting details of a grade-level informational text in 4 out of 5 trials.

Given a narrative text, [Student] will correctly identify the characters, setting, problem, and solution with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will make inferences based on text evidence, providing at least 1 piece of supporting evidence, in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

After reading a passage, [Student] will summarize the text in 3-5 sentences, including key events in sequential order, with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will use context clues to determine the meaning of unknown vocabulary words with 75% accuracy across 3 consecutive sessions.

Given a grade-level text, [Student] will distinguish between fact and opinion with 85% accuracy.

[Student] will write a 5-sentence paragraph with a topic sentence, 3 supporting details, and a conclusion, with 80% accuracy on a writing rubric.

Given a writing prompt, [Student] will compose a narrative that includes characters, setting, problem, and resolution, scoring at least 3 out of 4 on a rubric.

[Student] will use correct capitalization and end punctuation in written sentences with 90% accuracy across 3 writing samples.

[Student] will write complete sentences (no fragments or run-ons) in 80% of sentences within a writing sample.

Given a graphic organizer, [Student] will plan and write a 3-paragraph essay with introduction, body, and conclusion by [date].

[Student] will correctly spell grade-level high-frequency words with 85% accuracy in written work.

[Student] will revise written work by adding descriptive details and transition words, improving rubric score by at least 1 point.

[Student] will legibly write all uppercase and lowercase letters with correct formation in 90% of opportunities.

[Student] will solve [grade-level] addition problems with regrouping with 90% accuracy across 3 consecutive assessments.

[Student] will demonstrate mastery of multiplication facts 0-12 with 95% accuracy within 3 minutes.

Given 20 mixed operation problems (+ - x /), [Student] will solve with 85% accuracy.

[Student] will solve multi-step word problems involving [operation] with 80% accuracy across 4 out of 5 trials.

[Student] will add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will solve decimal operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication) with 85% accuracy.

[Student] will tell time to the nearest 5 minutes on analog and digital clocks with 90% accuracy.

[Student] will count mixed coins and bills up to $20.00 with 90% accuracy.

Given a word problem, [Student] will identify the question, relevant information, and operation needed with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will solve 2-step word problems involving [operations] with 75% accuracy across 4 out of 5 trials.

[Student] will use visual representations (drawings, manipulatives, number lines) to solve word problems with 80% accuracy.

Given a real-world math problem, [Student] will explain their problem-solving strategy using mathematical vocabulary with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will check the reasonableness of answers using estimation with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will correctly set up and solve ratio and proportion problems with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will remain in assigned seat during instruction for [X] minutes without reminders in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

When frustrated, [Student] will use a calm-down strategy (deep breathing, counting, asking for break) instead of [target behavior] in 80% of observed instances.

[Student] will follow classroom rules and teacher directions within 10 seconds of the request in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

[Student] will raise hand and wait to be called on before speaking in 80% of observed opportunities.

Given a self-monitoring checklist, [Student] will accurately rate their own behavior with 85% agreement with teacher ratings.

[Student] will complete and turn in classroom assignments at an 80% rate across a 2-week period.

[Student] will reduce instances of [target behavior] from [current level] to [target level] per day/week as measured by behavior tracking.

[Student] will transition between activities within 2 minutes without disruptive behavior in 4 out of 5 transitions.

[Student] will identify and label their emotions (happy, sad, angry, frustrated, worried) in 4 out of 5 opportunities when prompted.

During group activities, [Student] will take turns and share materials appropriately in 80% of observed opportunities.

[Student] will use appropriate problem-solving steps (stop, think, choose, act) when faced with social conflicts in 4 out of 5 instances.

[Student] will initiate positive peer interactions (greeting, asking to play, conversation) at least 2 times per day.

When experiencing strong emotions, [Student] will request a break or use a coping strategy before escalating in 80% of opportunities.

[Student] will accept 'no' or changes in routine without verbal or physical outburst in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

[Student] will maintain appropriate personal space during interactions with peers in 80% of observed instances.

[Student] will demonstrate good sportsmanship (congratulating others, accepting losing gracefully) in 4 out of 5 competitive activities.

[Student] will use appropriate voice volume (indoor voice) during classroom activities in 80% of opportunities.

[Student] will follow 2-step oral directions with 85% accuracy across 3 consecutive sessions.

[Student] will answer 'wh' questions (who, what, where, when, why) about a story or event with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will use complete sentences of 5+ words to express wants, needs, and ideas in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

[Student] will retell a story or event in sequential order with at least 4 key events in 80% of opportunities.

[Student] will ask clarifying questions when they don't understand directions in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

[Student] will use appropriate grammar (subject-verb agreement, pronouns, verb tense) in 80% of spoken utterances.

[Student] will produce [target sounds] correctly in all positions of words with 80% accuracy in structured activities.

[Student] will maintain topic during a conversation for at least 4 conversational exchanges in 80% of opportunities.

[Student] will bring required materials to class (pencil, notebook, textbook) in 90% of class periods.

Given a long-term assignment, [Student] will break it into steps and create a timeline with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will use a planner or organizational system to record assignments with 90% accuracy.

[Student] will begin assigned tasks within 2 minutes of receiving directions in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

[Student] will maintain an organized desk/locker/binder, meeting organizational checklist criteria in 80% of weekly checks.

[Student] will complete multi-step tasks in the correct sequence with 80% accuracy.

[Student] will accurately estimate how long tasks will take within 5 minutes in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

Given competing tasks, [Student] will prioritize and complete high-priority items first with 80% accuracy.