If you teach special education, you pretty much know that adapted resources are a necessity in your classroom (task cards, file folders, adapted books…etc)! If your class/students are anything like mine, it is a task to get all of my students to sit for half an hour and concentrate on a group ... READ the POST
Ideas for Practicing Job Skills Remotely or In The Classroom
Whether distance learning is continuing for you or you are returning to school soon, many of our students that have off-campus work experience are not going to be able to participate in that type of experience for a while. While there’s nothing quite like off-campus work experience, there are ... READ the POST
Out of the Box Job Tasks Student Can Help With
You know that saying: "There's a lesson to be learned in everything.", well, it's true! If you're a teacher, there are many tedious little tasks you do on a daily basis, and it takes a lot of time out of your day when you do them by yourself. Now obviously there are certain things you have to do ... READ the POST
Student Business Ideas For Special Education
Having a student business has SO MANY benefits. Depending on what your product is, you have the opportunity to practice independence, money math, cooking, responsibility, and so much more! For classrooms that do not have to focus on academics as much, this is the perfect place to start! ... READ the POST
Preparing Special Education Students For Graduation
Are you teaching high school or adult-aged students in special education? As you know, the focus during these years shifts heavily toward functional academics, life skills, and vocational training to help students prepare for life beyond the public school system. As secondary educators, it's our ... READ the POST
Misconceptions & Benefits of Individuals with Disabilities Working
When a person works, whether they are getting paid or not, there are many benefits - they might just need some patience, help, and support to get started! BENEFITS Working is good for our health and wellbeing. It builds confidence and self-esteem. In some cases - it can be financially ... READ the POST