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Amazon Teacher Favorites For Your Classroom

I have put together a little list of my most used Amazon teacher favorites! From supplies I use daily in my classroom to a few staples in my closet, I hope you enjoy this list! This may even give you some ideas of things you can add to your amazon classroom wishlist. *By shopping through these links, I do earn a very small commission. I appreciate you using my links to shop since it doesn’t ... Read More about Amazon Teacher Favorites For Your Classroom

6 Scheduling Tips For A Self Contained Classroom

Setting up a schedule in a self contained classroom is one of the hardest parts of the job. It’s like putting together a puzzle with 2,000 pieces, but there is always a missing piece. You constantly have to go back to the drawing board and try to find something that works best. Sometimes I wish there was a magic scheduling wand I could just wave and have it done for me. Over the years, I have ... Read More about 6 Scheduling Tips For A Self Contained Classroom

Sensory Input Ideas In The Classroom

Meeting sensory needs can be tricky to say the least. Sensory input is so complex because what works for one student may not work for another student. And what worked yesterday may not work today. Sensory needs evolve and change over time as needs change too. I always try to remember two things when it comes to meeting sensory needs in the classroom.  First, it is important to identify the ... Read More about Sensory Input Ideas In The Classroom

5 Tips For Teaching Science In Special Education

Special Education Science Curriculum Science can be one of the most abstract concepts to teach. It's rare to be given a special education science curriculum. So it can be such a challenge to come up with hands on science activities. Throughout the years, I have figured out ways to make abstract concepts digestible for ALL students. Below are my best tips on how to keep science as engaging and ... Read More about 5 Tips For Teaching Science In Special Education

9 lessons I learned teaching abroad

If you are reading this, chances are you’ve got that inkling to teach abroad. So did I. I was terrified to take my new college degree across the world to teach abroad. I took the plunge and did it and I can now say it was one of the best decisions I ever made. These are some of the lessons teaching abroad in another country taught me. I am forever grateful for my experience and I hope my lessons ... Read More about 9 lessons I learned teaching abroad

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  • Science can be a tricky subject to teach in the special education classroom. Often special education teachers aren’t given a science curriculum, which means creating your own. But if you are tired of searching for the perfect science units for your special education classroom, I’ve got you! Here you will find a simple, easy to use science unit designed to help teach your students about Food Chains. This unit includes differentiated worksheets, an adapted book and errorless learning activities.
  • Let’s talk about teacher work boundaries. It can be so easy as a teacher to set up and hold to teacher work boundaries but it is so important. Establishing boundaries for yourself as a teacher helps you create a better work life balance and helps prevent burnout as a special education teacher. If you need help setting teacher boundaries this year, here are 5 boundaries I set as a special education teacher and how it helped me be a happier, more productive teacher.
  • As a special education teacher, it’s rate to be given a social studies curriculum for your special education classroom. So how do you teach social studies when you aren’t given social studies resources to use with your students? Here are so my favorite tips and tricks for creating hands-on, engaging social studies activities your students will love along with my favorite social studies resources for special education students. Learn more here.
  • Science can be a tricky subject to teach in the special education classroom. Often special education teachers aren’t given a science curriculum, which means creating your own. But if you are tired of searching for the perfect science units for your special education classroom, I’ve got you! Here you will find a simple, easy to use science unit designed to help teach your students about Food Chains. This unit includes differentiated worksheets, an adapted book and errorless learning activities.
  • Science can be a tricky subject to teach in the special education classroom. Often special education teachers aren’t given a science curriculum, which means creating your own. But if you are tired of searching for the perfect science units for your special education classroom, I’ve got you! Here you will find a simple, easy to use science unit designed to help teach your students about Food Chains. This unit includes differentiated worksheets, an adapted book and errorless learning activities.
  • Special education teachers, these hacks will be a game changer in your classroom! If you are struggling with classroom organization, data collection, or prepping your classroom materials, these tips and trick are for you. They are by far my favorite special education teacher tricks to not only help you stay organized by all keep up with all the day to day aspects of being a special education teacher. Don’t sleep on these special education teacher hacks.
  • Science can be a tricky subject to teach in the special education classroom. Often special education teachers aren’t given a science curriculum, which means creating your own. But if you are tired of searching for the perfect science units for your special education classroom, I’ve got you! Here you will find a simple, easy to use science unit designed to help teach your students about Food Chains. This unit includes differentiated worksheets, an adapted book and errorless learning activities.
  • Paraprofessionals are an essential part of the special education classroom. Whether it’s supporting students, deescalating behaviors, tracking data, or assisting with centers, paras are some of the most important people in the classroom. But what happens when conflicts arise with paras and support staff in your classroom? How do you resolve conflicts in your special education classroom? Here is my favorite conflict resolving exercise that can help everyone work together cohesively.
  • Do you have any classroom supplies that you just can’t get enough of? Things that use in your special education classroom and buy year after year? Here are my favorite Amazon classroom supplies as a special education that I can’t get enough of. These supplies are perfect for setting up your special education classroom, prepping resources, helping with classroom organization, behavior management and addressing sensory needs. Find my favorite Amazon teacher supplies here.

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