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April 15, 2024 ·

Creating Errorless File Folders: A Simple Step By Step Guide

Classroom Structure· Curriculum· Functional Life Skills· Helpful Tips

Special educators are constantly seeking innovative strategies to support their students' learning and development. One such method gaining popularity is the use of errorless file folders, a versatile tool that promotes independence, confidence, and skill acquisition. In this comprehensive guide, ...
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April 8, 2024 ·

Independent Work Boxes in the Classroom

Classroom Structure· Curriculum· Functional Life Skills· Vocational Skills

It is no secret that I love independent work boxes in the classroom! I love creating them, using them, teaching how to use them, and watching my students go from dependent to independent! There are a lot of teachers out there that want to implement a work task system into their classroom but have NO ...
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April 1, 2024 ·

7 Strategies to Support Neurodiverse and Autistic Students

Disabilities· Helpful Tips

Disclaimers I am not neurodiverse. I am not autistic. This information is being shared from the viewpoint of someone who works in the field and support students with autism spectrum disorder. It is important to listen to autistic students & individuals and respect their requests and the ...
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March 25, 2024 ·

What Are The 4 Strong Functions of Behavior?

Behavior· Guest Blogger

Behavior was a big component of my job in the classroom. Figuring out the functions of behavior is such an expansive topic but this blog will serve as a jumping point! When we have behavior occurring that isn’t responding to tier one and tier two interventions, we might need to take a step further. ...
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March 18, 2024 ·

7 Amazing IEP Tips From An Experienced IEP Coach

Guest Blogger· Helpful Tips· IEP tips· Teacher Tips

As a parent, former school staff member, and advocate who has worked with families for over 8 years, I work daily on collaboration with IEP members and provide IEP tips. And while an Advocates focus on supporting the parents, I’ve come to understand the value of support and training for ALL staff as ...
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March 11, 2024 ·

How Visual Behavior Plans Can Support Your Classroom

Behavior· Guest Blogger· Helpful Tips· IEP tips· Teacher Tips

Introduction For many teachers, navigating challenging behaviors can feel overwhelming and defeating, especially behavior plans. What’s meant to be a carefully curated and effective plan for supporting students can often just add to the stress. Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) are ...
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