Episodios

  • 80. Exactly What You Need to Support Paraprofessionals
    Jun 26 2024

    Special Educators, wouldn't it be nice if there's was a printed to do list that told us exactly how to support paraprofessionals and handle tricky situations? I'd love a list like that! This podcast episode kicks off a new special education mini series informally titled "Exactly What You Need to Do!"

    This first episode in the series is exactly what you need to support paraprofessionals and staff, including professional expectations, having difficult conversations, and implementing visuals.

    Here's the link for a closer look at everything mentioned in today's episode:
    Tips for Paraprofessional Expectations

    If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

    Tune in every Wednesday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.

    Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/

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    I'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

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    13 m
  • 80. Does the Perfect Special Education Curriculum Exist?
    Jun 19 2024

    Special Educators, have you found the perfect curriculum that has everything included to meet your students' needs? Should you even be using a special education curriculum that's separate from general education?
    These questions and more are answered in this episode of the Special Educators Resource Room! Learn more about balancing student IEP goals and objectives with accessing the general education curriculum and take a peek at a solution for your intervention small group lessons:

    Special Education Lesson Plans - Intervention Curriculum
    160 Lessons with 320 Task Boxes


    If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

    Tune in every Wednesday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.

    Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/

    Join the Facebook group

    I'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

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    13 m
  • 79. PD on Your Summer To Do List? Listen to these Tips 1st!
    Jun 12 2024

    Special Educators, if professional development is on your summer to do list, this episode is for YOU! I'm sharing my top two tips for making the most of summer learning so you'll be ready to thrive in the new school year.

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    • Ep 31 -Unlock Free Professional Development for Special Educators
    • The Primary Gal - Summer Book Study and Workshops
    • Kindergarten Behavior Blueprint - Teaching Exceptional Kinders by Amy Murray
    • Firstieland: Read Alouds and Lesson Ideas


    If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

    Tune in every Wednesday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.

    Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/

    Join the Facebook group

    I'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

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    10 m
  • 78. Setting Up Systems for Special Educators
    Jun 5 2024

    Classroom set-up, behavior systems... what should a special educator be focusing on during summer break? This podcast episode is full of ideas and they don't require you working all summer during your well-deserved break.
    Learn about setting up flexible frameworks - a.k.a. "Skeleton Systems" that will serve you when you return to school in after a long refreshing summer break!


    If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

    Tune in every Wednesday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.

    Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/

    Join the Facebook group

    I'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

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    11 m
  • 77. End of Year Awards - Creative Ideas for Special Educators
    May 29 2024

    End of Year award ceremonies may not rank high on your favorites list, but there are a few things we can do to make it easier on all of our students. Check out these creative ideas for special educators!

    Need a quick set of special education certificates that highlight character education? Here's 50 editable certificates you can print and award today:

    https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Special-Education-Student-Awards-50-Editable-Certificates-for-End-of-Year-9338908


    If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

    Tune in every Wednesday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.

    Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/

    Join the Facebook group

    I'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

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    8 m
  • 76. Special Educator Survival Tips for the End of Year
    May 22 2024

    End of year tips for supporting students and YOU!

    If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

    Tune in every Wednesday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.

    Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/

    Join the Facebook group

    I'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

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    8 m
  • 75. Using Sensory Bins without Stress
    May 15 2024

    Your students need more sensory input throughout the day, but how do you fit it in with all of the other IEP goals and objectives you're focused on? In Episode 75 of Special Educators Resource Room, you'll learn how I conquered this exact situation. Sensory Bins ended up being the answer to provide a developmentally appropriate sensory experience AND stay focused on our goals. Learn how to start using sensory bins in your classroom today!

    Looking for the Sensory Story Bins solution mentioned in this podcast episode? Grab a closer look here: https://positivelylearningblog.com/sensory-bin-stories/


    If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

    Tune in every Wednesday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.

    Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/

    Join the Facebook group

    I'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

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    14 m
  • 74. Classroom Movement Ideas (When Brain Breaks Aren't Enough)
    May 8 2024

    Working with especially active students? Here's some tips to incorporate more kinesthetic movement activities into your everyday learning, For more teaching tips and creative ideas, check out these special education topics:

    https://positivelylearningblog.com/what-to-do-with-wiggly-students/

    https://positivelylearningblog.com/classroom-movement-games/


    Red Light, Green Light Literacy Games

    If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.

    Tune in every Wednesday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.

    Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/

    Join the Facebook group

    I'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning

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    12 m