Entries by Silent Mind

5 Strategies for Smoother Transitions in the Classroom

Welcome Abby from Mrs. Moe’s Modifications as she guest blogs all about strategies for smoother transitions in the classroom! Check out her full blog here. Transitions can be tough for many students, especially those with Autism, who may struggle with unexpected changes or shifting from one activity to another. Whether it’s moving from recess to classroom […]

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9 Ways to Collaborate with Administrators in Special Education

Being a special education teacher comes with unique challenges that require us to collaborate with administrators. Sometimes it’s issues that administrators may not always fully grasp. When your role feels misunderstood, it can lead to frustration and a lack of necessary support. Here are actionable strategies to help bridge the gap and foster a better […]

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7 Things to Do to Not Work Beyond Contract Hours

Teachers, especially special education teachers, often feel pressured to work beyond their contracted hours to get everything done. However, there are effective strategies to help manage the immense workload and maintain a healthy work-life balance. By implementing specific techniques, teachers can complete their tasks efficiently during the school day and avoid the stress of working […]

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Tips for Teaching High School Special Ed

Teaching high school students with special needs requires a unique set of strategies and approaches to ensure that every student can thrive in an educational environment. Here are 20 tips to help guide teachers in creating an effective and supportive classroom for high school special education students. Strategies and Tips for Teaching High School Special […]

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Conferences for Special Education Teachers

Teachers are always learning and are always searching for new strategies, instructional methodology, and ideas to help their students learn. Sure, we have professional development sessions provided by the districts and schools we work for… but they aren’t always geared towards special education teachers. Or it’s a slideshow that’s repeated each year. Thankfully there are […]

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Fun Active Listening Activities for the Classroom

Are you doing enough active listening activities with your students? Active listening is a crucial skill that helps students engage more fully in their learning experiences. It involves not just hearing words but understanding, interpreting, and responding to them. Active listening fosters better communication, enhances comprehension, and promotes a supportive classroom environment – all things […]

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OT Tips for Winter Crafts

Who doesn’t love a good seasonal craft?! As a school-based occupational therapist (OT), I LOVE a good craft. Simply Special Ed has so many adorable, easy-to-use and super engaging visual crafts that I love to use. They are especially engaging and motivating for my students in self-contained classrooms. I love how easy they are to […]

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How to Calendar Math in a Self-Contained Classroom

Most self-contained classroom schedules include calendar time. It is a time when students practice the functional skill of reading a calendar and making connections with the real world. This is also a great time to introduce math skills! In this blog post, I share how I teach calendar math in a self-contained classroom. What is […]

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10 Field Trips for Self-Contained Classrooms

Choosing the best field trips for your self-contained classroom can seem daunting. For your convenience, I have compiled a list of 10 field trips that work for self-contained classrooms! Please keep in mind your students’ goals, the needed support, and, most importantly, their safety during the trip. 1. Local Park Each fall, my classroom takes […]

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