CLASSEducator-Delivered RUBIES Intervention and HELM Implementation Strategy for Autistic Children's Externalizing Behaviors in Schools

Schools cater to many children with autism, but face challenges in providing proven practices to manage externalizing behaviors. These challenges include limited availability of effective methods and inconsistent use of these methods over time. This project aims to bridge these gaps by testing two approaches. First, it examines an efficient, teacher-led intervention called RUBIES, designed to reduce externalizing behaviors in children with autism. Second, it evaluates an organizational strategy, HELM, which is tailored to improve the long-term use of proven practices in public schools. The study also explores how these methods work to achieve their respective goals. This research aligns with high-priority areas identified by health authorities, aiming to improve the application of effective interventions in community settings and enhance the adoption and continuous improvement of mental health services. If successful, this study could significantly benefit children with autism in schools across the USA, by providing an effective solution for a common problem and ensuring its sustained, faithful use.