Morning Routine for the Special Education Classroom
Learn how to plan the first hour of your school day once and only once with this Interactive Morning Calendar Routine. Learn how to create a calendar routine is not only functional but can also be differentiated to meet the needs of all your students. You’ll also find tips to create an interactive, engaging stress free morning routine in your self-contained classroom, organize your morning meeting and set up morning work binders for your special education students.
Mrs. D's Corner | Elementary Special Education Teacher
Top 5 Deescaltion Strategies | Special Education Teaching Tips
Using appropriate deescalation strategies is essential! Today, I am sharing 5 deescalation strategies and techniques that are sure to maintain a safe and supportive environment for your special education students. Learn about verbal deescaltion strategies, redirection techniques, calming techniques and more. I talk about using sensory tools, a calm down spot, and offering student choice to help with behaviors. Learn these top teaching tips now!
Tips for Creating Visual Boundaries in Your Autism Classroom
Do you need to create visual boundaries in the classroom for your special education students? Today, I’m sharing how I do this in my autism classroom. Classroom visual boundaries are great for color-coding different parts of your classroom and for space for each student. Creating visual boundaries on the floor is also essential in my special ed classroom. These tips will help your special education classroom run smoothly and more effectively.
Back to School Lesson Plans for Special Education
The first 10 days of school can be a lot of work and you often feel the pressure as a special education teacher. Today, I’m sharing my best tips on making back to school a success! In my special education classroom, I make sure to take time to teach classroom routines and procedures. Engaging activities like social stories, classroom scavenger hunt, and more! Check out my first 10 days of school lesson plan!
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Student Schedules for Special Education
We all know our special education students thrive on schedules, so let’s talk about 4 Types of Student Schedules for special ed that work. We’ll look at first-then, 1-2-3-choice, vertical, and checklist schedules. I use each type in my classroom depending on the level of the student. Schedules don’t have to complicated, so keep it simple! These independent student schedules are easy to make and students can use them over and over again. Students get to work toward tokens and rewards and make choices they look forward to. The last schedule I share is great to use with students that spend time between my self-contained classroom and the general education setting because it is simple for a general education teacher to implement and maintain in their classroom too. What is your favorite typ
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5 Ways to Color Code your Special Ed Classroom
Color coding your special education classroom can be a game changer for your organization. I have developed a system for color coding in my self contained special education classroom to benefit my students and me as the teacher. Let me teach you how to color code your special ed classroom. Here are 5 ways to color code to simplify your classroom areas, tables, and materials. It helps me stay organized, and it helps my students become more independent throughout their day. Follow me to learn more.
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5 Special Education Classroom Setup Hacks
5 Special Education Classroom Setup Hacks (for new + veteran teachers!) Are you a new special education teacher? Is your head spinning with a never ending list of things you need to do to prep your classroom? Let me help! I was in your shoes not too long ago, and I am ready to give you some tips I’ve learned along the way. I have 5 classroom hacks for new special education teachers.
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5 Special Education Classroom Must-Haves to Make Your Life Easier
Whether you're a new special education teacher, or just want to ensure you're prepared and ready for success, I'm sharing 5 must-haves for your special education classroom! These must-haves include everything from classroom routines and procedures to behavior management. I share how to increase parent communication and relationships. Learn more about using visual schedules with your special education students to increase independence. Learn more about these special ed must-haves, and how you can implement them into your classroom today!