IEP Behavior Goal Quality Checker

Check IEP behavior goals for measurability in seconds — condition, observable behavior, measurement method, mastery criteria (90–100%), timeframe, baseline/present levels, and monitoring.

  • IEP goal checker
  • measurable behavior goals
  • ABA-aligned criteria
  • progress monitoring
  • special education IEP
  • BCBA tools
Quality Score
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  • ⚠️ Includes clear condition (Given/With/During)Add a condition: 'Given a visual schedule…'
  • ⚠️ Identifies observable target behaviorUse a measurable verb: request, transition, remain, complete.
  • ⚠️ Specifies measurement methodAdd 'as measured by event recording / duration / frequency'.
  • ⚠️ Includes mastery criteriaAdd criteria like 'in 90% of opportunities across 3 days'.
  • ⚠️ Has timeframe/end dateInclude 'by 11/15/2025' or 'within 12 weeks'.
  • ⚠️ Avoids vague languageReplace vague terms with measurable actions and contexts.
  • ⚠️ Lists supports/accommodationsAdd supports: visual schedule, choice, break card, token, prompts.
  • ⚠️ States who is measuring/observingAdd 'as measured by teacher with data sheet'.

ℹ️ Optional Enhancement (not counted in score)

Baseline is recommended but not required. Many professionally-written IEP goals are complete without explicit baseline references.

  • 💡 References baseline or present levelsOptionally add baseline: 'Currently averages 2 requests/day'.
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