Teacher Support is Part of a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS)

MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) is a schoolwide framework that helps every student get the right support at the right time—whether in academics, behavior, speech-language, or motor skills. The goal is to catch needs early, provide targeted help, and track progress so no student slips through the cracks.

MTSS has three tiers:

Tier 1 is high-quality teaching and support for all students.

Tier 2 includes small-group interventions for students who need additional support.  This is the tier where the Teacher Support Team and Interventions are active.

Tier 3 provides intensive, individualized support—often through an IEP—for students with significant or ongoing needs.

Students move between tiers based on how they respond, so support is always flexible and tailored.

MTSS Process