The Teacher Nook: Tips, Tricks and Tools for SpEd Teachers in Autism Classrooms

If token boards aren't delivering the results you expected, then it's time to troubleshoot and easily fix the common mistakes teachers make with this behavior visual in the classroom. ✅ Get Token Boards in Your Classroom: https://www.noodlenook.net/ntb4b   

Get a step-by-step guide on implementing token boards to improve classroom behavior and create a structured learning environment. ✅ Grab Some Token Boards in Your Classroom: https://www.noodlenook.net/ntb4b  

If you're dealing with behaviors in the classroom that make you want a break, consider the power of break cards for classroom management! In this episode we'll be discussing effective implementation strategies, exploring the benefits to students and teachers, and sharing valuable insight on how break cards can support students with autism or behavior challenges to be successful in the classroom. You are definitely going to want to make this one a part of your teacher toolkit!   ✅Check out the full post on https://www.noodlenook.net/break-cards-for-students-with-autism/ ❤️And please, before you go, take a second to subscribe and consider leaving a review. Thank you!    ----more----

A classroom coffee cart is a great way to start 'Brewing' success with your special ed students. In this episode, we dive into starting a classroom enterprise, specifically a coffee cart business from the classroom. Explore the inspiring journey of creating profitable classroom enterprises, and listen for my 7-step implementation tips to help you make a meaningful impact in your students' lives while building a successful class business. Get ready to brew up success and change the way you approach special education vocational prep. Check out the full post on https://www.noodlenook.net/how-to-start-a-coffee-cart/ ✅Check out the full post on https://www.noodlenook.net/dealing-with-autism-meltdowns-in-the-classroom/  ❤️And please, before you go, take a second to subscribe and consider leaving a review. Thank you!  ----more----

Welcome to your ultimate guide for effective behavior management in the classroom. Join us as we explore the power and versatility of rule cards and insights into their implementation for teachers of all levels. Want to know why these tools are indispensable, who can benefit from their use, and creative ideas on integrating rule cards into your teaching toolkit? Tune in to learn more about essential behavior management strategies.   Check out the full post: https://www.noodlenook.net/visual-rule-cards-for-kids-with-special-needs/   And please, before you go, take a second to subscribe and consider leaving a review. Thank you!   

Struggling with classroom meltdowns in students with autism? Sucks, right? Well, guess what... There are 8 simple yet powerful strategies you can use today to transform those meltdowns and make them manageable (or, better yet, avoid them altogether). Join us here at The NoodleNook and get ready to tackle those meltdowns the right way!

Ever had a student straight up sleep through your class? Not that that's ever happened to me

Have you ever looked at your IEP paperwork and wanted to cry? We get it, the struggle is real! But guess what? I've got the secret weapon you've been missing! If you are ready to level up, then tune in and find out why an IEP at a glance form is an absolute game changer for special education teachers and case managers. Simple, powerful, and an absolute must-have! So let's dive into why you need it as well as some practical information you'll want to know to activate the power of this resource on your teacher team. Looking for the easiest way to supercharge your teaching game? Check out our Ultimate Teacher Toolkit and Guides at NoodleNook.Net/ultimateTT. It's packed with just the right resources to make your school year a smashing success. Believe me, you're going to love it!  

Is there one behavior management tool that you should always have ready? Absolutely! If you are a teacher in special education, then it is essential that you have a token board at the ready. Why? Because behaviors happen... And a token board is one of the most effective ways to instantly improve behaviors in the classroom. So whether you are tackling a tower of behaviors in the classroom or just planning ahead for when the you-know-what hits the fan, in this episode we are going to explore the behavior management tactic that is going to be the key to your success. Grab your headphones and let's get started!  

Creating a smooth-running classroom isn't about luck, it's about establishing carefully crafted routines and procedures. Those are the things that keep students engaged, behavior in check, and learning at the forefront. Be sure to tune in to this podcast spotlighting how to establish an inclusive and positive classroom culture that supports the needs of special education students. So grab those earbuds, and let's talk through how to establish routines and procedures in special education as well as cover some ideas so you know exactly what routines and procedures are most important in special ed.  

Ever wondered how to set up your classroom to promote student engagement maximize your classroom management and turn your entire room into a well-oiled learning machine? If so, this episode is for you! We talk about how a structured classroom can impact the learning and behaviors of students with special needs. Plus we share tons of practical tips and insight on how to make your space more functional and structured. Ever wondered if your classroom is laid out correctly? As a special bonus, we have a free checklist and questionnaire to help you work through your classroom structure. So grab your headphones, your favorite pen, and a cup of Joe, and let's dive into classroom layouts for success.  

Ready to set your students up for better life after graduation? Then you have got to know these nine essential life skills that set the stage for postsecondary success! From self-care routines to financial smarts, join in on this episode to find out how to equip individuals with autism (and other disabilities) with the tools they need for confident adulting. Plus, even better, we've got 38 suggestions as to how to teach life skills in your classroom.  

Teachers... Listen up! If you want to save your sanity this year and start off on the right foot, then I'm here with 10 of the best back-to-school tips for teachers I can think of. Check out these hacks for teachers that will give you some solid ideas on how to get more organized at school and ready for all that lies ahead.  Be sure to check out the original post at: https://www.noodlenook.net/back-to-school-tips-for-special-education-teachers/   

It seems like summer just started, but the awesomest of you are already thinking about school starting- you're mentally planning, curating materials, and your inner Rock Star teacher is rejuvenating. I'm teaching summer school for the severely disabled this year and some of my aides will be starting as teachers in the fall. The one question they really want to know is what they can do right to start the year off right. With that in mind, here is a list of 6 ways to start the year off right when teaching Special Education.   To read the blog post on this topic, check it out here: https://www.noodlenook.net/start-the-year-off-right/https://www.noodlenook.net/how-to-differentiate-activities-for-special-ed/ Would you rather watch than listen? No problem... check out the Noodle Nook YouTube Channel.   Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes! And (pretty please) leave a review for this podcast so others can find this helpful content!   Remember... stay strong and teach on! __________________________________________________________________ ☑️ Check Out some Teacher Swag that I LOVE:  https://nooked.net/collections/teacher-swag   ☑️ The Noodle Nook Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook __________________________________________________________________ Connect with me

Differentiation is the way teachers adjust their instruction to meet the needs of students. In special education, that can be harder than it sounds. In this episode of The Teacher Nook Podcast, we answer some questions about differentiation in the classroom including what differentiation means in special education, how to differentiate instruction for students with disabilities, and the 3 simple steps you need to differentiate in the classroom! Are you ready to talk differentiation strategies in special education? Alright... Let's get this episode started!   To read the blog post on this topic, check it out here: https://www.noodlenook.net/how-to-differentiate-activities-for-special-ed/ Would you rather watch than listen? No problem... check it out on the Noodle Nook YouTube Channel.   Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes! And (pretty please) leave a review for this podcast so others can find this helpful content!   Remember... stay strong and teach on! __________________________________________________________________ ☑️ Check Out some Teacher Swag that I LOVE:  https://nooked.net/collections/teacher-swag   ☑️ The Noodle Nook Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook __________________________________________________________________ Connect with me

Mr. T gives us 4 great tips for first year special education teachers to be successful. He just survived his first year like a champ and he is here to share some things that helped him to be successful. Be sure to stay tuned until the listener question to see what essentials he recommends for another first year teacher to stock up on with $100 of campus admin money.    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss any future videos! __________________________________________________________________ T’s RECOMMENDATIONS   Coffee Pot: https://amzn.to/2FedXc7  Sensory Items: https://amzn.to/35hYrXC  Token Board: http://bit.ly/4tokenboard  Plastic Sleeves: https://amzn.to/2BrQlia Pen Gear Retractable Dry Erase Markers: https://amzn.to/3iblQgN Laminating Machine: https://amzn.to/37W3KuX Lamination Pouches: https://amzn.to/2F1NPBy  Velcro: https://amzn.to/3heI5RI    __________________________________________________________________ Check Out some Teacher Swag that I LOVE: https://nooked.net/collections/teacher-swag   The Noodle Nook Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook   Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/   Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days!  https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa __________________________________________________________________ Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: @thenoodlenook FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/ PINTEREST:https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/ PODCAST:http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/ BLOG: www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net __________________________________________________________________ *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my channel! Thank you for your support!*

3 Tips for Special Ed Teachers on Transition Outcomes for SwDs Transition planning for high school students with disabilities is not easy. This interview with Debbie McCart is all about post-secondary transition for students with disabilities. We talk about educational outcomes for special ed students as well as how teachers can support students and families better. If you have been struggling with transition planning for students with disabilities, are the parent of a child who needs support, or are the case manager of a SwD, then this video is for you! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss any future videos! __________________________________________________________________ CONNECT WITH DEBBIE MCCART AT ACE RESOURCES (Advocate. Consult. Empower) of Cypress, Texas: www.iephtx.com https://www.facebook.com/iephtx/ ACEResources@mail.com 346-280-9329 Ask for Debbie or Jill   DEBBIE’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: Engaging and Empowering Families in Secondary Transition: A Practitioner's Guide by Donna L. Wandry and Amy M. Pleet. Eds https://amzn.to/31rXJEB Self-Determination Strategies: Case Studies of Adolescents in Transition by David R. Parker. Sharon Field and Alan Hoffman https://amzn.to/2EEmnZJ   __________________________________________________________________ Check Out some Teacher Swag that I LOVE https://www.etsy.com/shop/NookedStreetwear The Noodle Nook Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/ Check out Teacher Tee Shirts online here: https://nooked.net/ Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days! https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa __________________________________________________________________ Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: @thenoodlenook FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/ PINTEREST:https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/ PODCAST:http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/ BLOG: www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net __________________________________________________________________ *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my channel! Thank you for your support!*

Why and How to start intermittent fasting for weight loss including tips for teachers!   Listen for more on intermittent fasting including tips on how to start for teachers in the classroom. Today I interview Mrs. Amber about her 18 month journey into intermittent fasting including her amazing before and after results, her tips on how to start fasting for other teachers, and her intermittent fasting for beginners pep talk.   You will love the strategies she shares, especially if you have been battling with your weight and looking for a way to lose weight without having to count every little thing!    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss any future episodes with helpful tips, tricks and tools to survive and thrive in special ed! __________________________________________________________________   CONNECT with Mrs. Amber on IG @HealthHappinessAndJeeps https://www.instagram.com/healthhappinessandjeeps/   AMBER’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS Feast, Fast, Repeat https://amzn.to/2P08qY1 Grace Not Perfection https://amzn.to/39u7sNf   AYO’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS Delay, Don’t Deny https://amzn.to/2P3XnwV The Obesity Code https://amzn.to/30HNZ7C The Plant Paradox https://amzn.to/306ejJT   *Please note: Neither Amber nor I are medical doctors. Any advice offered is as individuals who have been doing intermittent fasting and as educators who have read research and applied it’s findings. These are our personal experiences. Please consult a medical physician if you are thinking about changing your diet or starting a weight loss program. Also, please see a physician if you are experiencing any health issues while fasting.   __________________________________________________________________ Check Out some Teacher Swag that I LOVE https://www.etsy.com/shop/NookedStreetwear   The Noodle Nook Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook   Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/   Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days! https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa   __________________________________________________________________   Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: @thenoodlenook FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/  PINTEREST:https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/  PODCAST:http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/  BLOG: www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net   __________________________________________________________________   *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my channel! Thank you for your support!*

New and vet teachers alike always ask for TIPS on SETTING UP a SPECIAL ED CLASSROOM. In this interview, I chat with a 5 year vet teacher to talk about her elementary life skills classroom setup and her high school special ed autism classroom setup. We talk about classroom procedures for special ed and tips for station rotation success. Check it out!   When it comes to tips on setting up your classroom for special ed, this interview touches on several ways to improve your outcomes when setting up an in person classroom. Those include things like setting up station rotations and giving up control. With 15 tips for success, this is a great teacher resource on setting up a sped classroom.    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment to give us some search-love!   Classroom Recommendations for a Station Rotation Classroom Laminator: https://amzn.to/2ZrG52Z Laminating Sleeves: https://amzn.to/2Wg2gHu Clear Plastic Dry Erase Sleeves: https://amzn.to/32gg092 Velcro: https://amzn.to/2ZnT1H9 Timer: https://amzn.to/32brudP Online Classroom Timer (FREE): https://app.classroomscreen.com/ 3-Drawer Bin: https://amzn.to/2OkLOB8 __________________________________________________________________ CONNECT with Kaleigh   KALEIGH’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS The Reason I Jump: https://amzn.to/2ZqK0NB   Kaleigh's Website: https://lifeskillslessonsandlearning.wordpress.com Kaleigh's Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Life-Skills-Lessons-And-Learning __________________________________________________________________ Ways to Shop Noodle Nook Check Out some Teacher Swag that I LOVE: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NookedStreetwear The Noodle Nook Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/   Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days! https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa __________________________________________________________________ Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: @thenoodlenook FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/ PINTEREST:https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/ PODCAST:http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/ BLOG: www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net __________________________________________________________________ *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my channel! Thank you for your support!*  

Shocking Facts about Special Ed for Teachers: Statistics about SpEd that will blow your mind!   This episode is all about the changing role of special education teachers in the classroom by looking at the stats of students with disabilities.  We talk about some seriously eye opening numbers behind the incidence of disabilities in education, the increase in Autism in the classroom, and where education is heading in order to meet those changing demographics.    This is all meant to help you survive and thrive in special ed, self contained, and life skills.    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and ring that bell so you don’t miss future videos!   YOU MIGHT LIKE Presumed Competence on Noodle Nook https://www.noodlenook.net/daily-visual-schedule/   __________________________________________________________________ SOME OF MY FAVORITE TEACHER THINGS: Laminator for Teachers https://amzn.to/2XWzqNr   Lamination Pouches for CHEAP https://amzn.to/37s6lMT   Velcro Bolts with Easy Tabs https://amzn.to/3dVkapH   Eco Tank Colored Printer https://amzn.to/3hnABNz   __________________________________________________________________ The Noodle Nook Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook   Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/   Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days! https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa __________________________________________________________________ Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thenoodlenook/  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/ PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/ PODCAST:http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/ BLOG: www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net __________________________________________________________________ *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my recommendations! Thank you for your support!*

Teaching can be so stressful! In this interview with Dr. Jennifer Cooper Scott, we talk about the 7 symptoms of teacher stress and outline 9 effective and essential strategies to deal with stress and overcome anxiety, especially for special education teachers. Listen now and start implementing these excellent coping strategies so you can survive and thrive in the classroom.    Background Information: Vanderbilt’s IRIS Center says over the last 20 years Special Ed Teacher Turnover is approximately 25% annually. #1 reason (37%) is to escape the classroom #2 reason (32%) is ‘personal’. And schools with lower socioeconomic status fare far worse.   For those in the classroom, stress comes from: -Lack of support -Large caseloads -Excessive paperwork -Student behavior Plus several more, but way down the list is salary or finances.   So Dr. Scott, you’re here today to talk with us all about teacher burnout. Where would you like to start, because after the last few months, I know a lot of teachers that are struggling with it all.   Listener Question- Lori asks: This year has been hard and I am totally  burnt out, what can I do to take care of myself and feel more ready for next year?    Don’t forget to like this episode, comment on what you’re going to start implementing today, and subscribe so you don’t miss future podcast episodes! __________________________________________________________________ CONNECT with Dr. Cooper: https://www.facebook.com/groups/475460453216023/  Dr. Cooper by Email: advocatedforteachers@mail.com    COOPER’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS The ABC’s of Special Education: https://amzn.to/2N5vjbS Teaching with Anxiety: https://amzn.to/2N28e9F  Working with Paraeducators in the Classroom https://amzn.to/3d8Pdgy  __________________________________________________________________ Check Out some Teacher Swag that I LOVE: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NookedStreetwear   My Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook   Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/   Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days! https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa __________________________________________________________________ Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: @thenoodlenook FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/ PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/ PODCAST: http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/ BLOG: www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net __________________________________________________________________ *Please note: Dr, Scott is not a medical doctor and any advice offered is as a scholar and educator backed by research and experience. Please consult a medical physician if you are experiencing symptoms of stress and anxiety or before changing personal habits that impact your health.   *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my channel! Thank you for your support!*

Visual Timers: 4 Reasons to Use Timers in Your SpEd Class AND 5 Steps to Implement Timers in the Classroom Successfully!   This podcast helps special education teachers in the classroom by walking them through why and how to implement visual timers so you can survive and thrive in special ed, self contained, and life skills. Perfect tutorial for teachers on visual timers for students with Autism and how to make timers work with Special Education students.    This podcast will walk you through: 0:27- The Reasons Why You Should be Using a Visual TImer in Special Ed 2:21- The 5 Steps to Implement Timers in Your Special Ed Classroom 7:30- Bonus Tip for Successful Implementation in an Autism Classroom    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and ring that bell so you don’t miss future podcasts!   YOU MIGHT LIKE 6 Steps to a Successful Autism Classroom http://www.noodlenook.net/6-steps-to-a-successful-autism-unit/   __________________________________________________________________ Timers Used   Amco Color Alert Timer: https://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=noodler101-20&keywords=Amco Color Alert Timer&index=aps&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=xm2&linkId=f0a57390bf919f10dc0bd6d693558b4b   Learning Resources Timer Tracker https://amzn.to/2Ara4hZ   Magnetic Back Standard Timer https://amzn.to/2C7A6Hr    Flat Front Analog Timer Keeper (with Red Indicator) https://amzn.to/37wllcP   Kagan Cooperative Mega Timer https://amzn.to/2AAeByy   __________________________________________________________________ Must Haves to Prep in Special Ed. Laminator for Teachers https://amzn.to/2XWzqNr   Lamination Pouches for CHEAP https://amzn.to/37s6lMT   Velcro Bolts with Easy Tabs https://amzn.to/3dVkapH   Eco Tank Colored Printer https://amzn.to/3hnABNz   __________________________________________________________________ My Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook   Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/   Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days! https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa __________________________________________________________________ Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thenoodlenook/  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/ PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/ PODCAST:http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/ BLOG: www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net __________________________________________________________________ *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my recommendations! Thank you for your support!* This channel helps special education teachers in the classroom by offering helpful tips, easy tricks, and essential resources for educating students with special needs so that you can survive and thrive in special ed. Special education Teachers, Teacher Tips, Life Skills teacher, autism classroom resources, behavior strategies in special education, visual timer, Timers for behavior __________________________________________________________________  

Are you a first, second or third year special education teacher? Listen now and score some excellent tips for teachers on special education classroom setup, classroom management, working with paraeducators and dealing with teacher stress… all in one fun interview with Emily Posch.  Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you don’t miss future podcasts! __________________________________________________________________ ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS INTERVIEW: University Of Kansas Degree Program https://educationonline.ku.edu/online-degrees/special-education-department/autism-certificate    AFIRM Modules: https://afirm.fpg.unc.edu/afirm-modules    Behavior is Communication Tee Shirt https://nooked.net/products/behavior-is-communication-unisex-jersey-short-sleeve-tee   Dollar Store Task Boxes Printable https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Dollar-Store-Work-Task-Boxes-20-Activities-with-Visuals-Directions-2771052   ------ Kayla’s PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS Laminator https://amzn.to/37W3KuX   Teacher Bag/Purse https://amzn.to/2YZNkO1    Plastic Sleeves https://amzn.to/2BrQlia   Gallon Measuring Set https://amzn.to/2YpFuOO    ------ EMILY’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS The Behavior Code https://amzn.to/3dmmLI5   Controversial Therapies for Autism and Intellectual Disabilities: https://amzn.to/31cpscH   Connect With Emily https://www.instagram.com/smilingthroughsped/  __________________________________________________________________   My Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook   Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/   Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days! https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa __________________________________________________________________ Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: @thenoodlenook FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/ PINTEREST:https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/ PODCAST:http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1bIKdHNJIXR8l5HqfDkQ8Q BLOG: www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net __________________________________________________________________ *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my recommendations! Thank you for your support!*

Have you ever wondered if the IEP goals that you are writing actually connect with the outcomes and life a student is preparing for post-secondary? This interview with Maya Bechi helps special education teachers in the classroom by explaining the difference between IEP goals and student outcomes so that you can make meaningful plans for the students in your classroom. Listen for more about improving educational and transition outcomes for students with disabilities including Autism.  Don’t forget to like and subscribe so you don’t miss any future podcasts! YOU MIGHT LIKE: Presumed Competence on Noodle Nook http://www.noodlenook.net/presume-competence/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maya’s Recommendations: Exceptional Minds by Corinne Levitt: https://amzn.to/3eOH1mG Prepare, Plan, Prevail by Maya Bechi: https://www.robsonandpuritan.com/product-page/pocket-guide Crip Camp on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81001496   Student Strengths Form: https://www.robsonandpuritan.com/product-page/strengths-survey   Connect with Maya: http://Linktr.ee/RobsonAndPuritan  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------   Noodle Nook Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Noodle-Nook   Noodle Nook Website: http://www.noodlenook.net/   Try Amazon Prime FREE for 30 Days! https://amzn.to/2XfFEqa __________________________________________________________________ Find me on my other social media platforms: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thenoodlenook/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/noodlenooknet/ PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/noodlenook/ PODCAST: http://www.noodlenook.net/podcasts/ BLOG: http://www.noodlenook.net E-MAIL: ajones@noodlenook.net __________________________________________________________________ *My description may include referral codes/links that allow me to earn points or credit that can be redeemed for products and/or subscriptions. When you use my referral code/link, you are helping to support me and my recommendations! Thank you for your support!*

Welcome to The Teacher Nook with Ayo Jones of NoodleNook.Net, where we break down strategies, tools, and resources to help self-contained educators teaching students with significant disabilities including Autism. Learn tips and tricks to manage behavior, improve communication, and build vocational skills in less time and with less stress. Work smarter, not harder. Ayo Jones has coached hundreds of teachers, trained thousands of educators, and her blog has reached over a million readers.   This episode is all about helping special educators in the classroom find love for their jobs again. Check out the full post on NoodleNook.Net   Question from Lissa: "I feel like I started teaching to make change with my students but I'm not feeling like change is actually happening. I just push paperwork and tick tally marks... what can I do to be more excited about my job when the BS gets in the way?"   When you've been in the classroom for awhile, it can be easy to feel like your job isn't as rewarding. Here are three ideas to reignite the love and reignite the fire. One: Before we talk about anything else, let's talk about progress. Keep data on goals and also on classroom activities that are not related to individual student IEP goals. I know that seems counterproductive, but when you work with students in special populations, it can take YEARS to see growth. You may want to keep data on activities and goals for all the students you work with so that you can see growth unrelated to specific IEP goals. It will help you see positive growth over time and feel more satisfied overall.   Two: Bring more you into the classwork and in the classroom. We spend so much time and energy investing in our classroom and in our students. They are long days. You may find more satisfaction if you bring a little of you to the classroom. Include your passions and your loves in the classroom. Incorporate it into what your students are working on and make it feel like a place you and your students love to be.   Three: Connect with what brought you to the classroom in the first place. For the amount of education, time, and energy we spend to make our classrooms and students successful is not proportional to our pay. You didn't get into teaching to be a millionaire. Far from it. You got into education with special needs students because of something much deeper and likely more heartfelt. I want you to take a moment to reconnect with what brought you to the classroom in the first place.    As an aside, it is okay to take a break from special needs populations if you think you need it. A year or two working with another group of students may give you enough of a break to reinvigorate you and pull you back. Acknowledge that this is a lot of work and a lot of effort... and it takes a toll. Accepting and allowing yourself to take a break for awhile is okay. It is about what is sustainable for you and what is in the best interest of your family too.  

My Student Says HELP Too Much... What can you do as a SpEd Teacher when your student repeats a phrase over and over in the classroom? This podcast answers a teacher question about a student who repeats the phrase "Help" dozens of times a day... even when he doesn't need any help!   Check out more on the Noodle Nook website by visiting www.NoodleNook.Net  And connect with us on social media at: Pinterest Instagram  Facebook Twitter  YouTube  iTunes   Tips, tricks, resources, and FREE tools for teachers in Special Ed and Autism Units. Listen, read and watch to learn how to be more successful at Noodle Nook. And be sure to subscribe to the  monthly newsletter TODAY!  

Breaking the Chain of Bad Behavior in SpEd- Strategies for changing negative behavior in your Autism or SpEd Classroom.  I feel so much empathy for teachers who work in classrooms with students that are aggressive or violent. Lately it seems like most of my classroom questions are from teachers in classrooms who are dealing with significant behaviors. So, what can you do about breaking the chain of bad behaviors and stopping aggression in a self contained SpEd classroom or Autism Unit? 4 Strategies to Change Behavior Lots of times when a teacher is at the point of reaching out to me, they are at the edge. They’ve spent all their patience. They have stressed themselves out. They are battling a sense of failure or defeat. First off, I want you to know I have been there. I have been beaten, abused, bruised, and defeated. I know exactly what that feels like. But, just like all other challenges in the classroom, there are a few things to try that can help. Below are 4 strategies you should think about when it comes to dealing with behaviors in your classroom.   Read more about this at Noodle Nook or by visiting the companion post.    Pinterest Instagram  Facebook Twitter  YouTube  iTunes   Tips, tricks, resources, and FREE tools for teachers in Special Ed and Autism Units. Listen, read and watch to learn how to be more successful at Noodle Nook. And be sure to subscribe to the  monthly newsletter TODAY!

Community Based Instruction for Students with Disabilities… Are you a SpEd Teacher racking your brain trying to think of meaningful places to go in your community as part of extending classroom instruction? Learn more about partnering real life experiences with community learning opportunities for students with significant disabilities.   If you are a special ed teacher, then your brain is always spinning! You’re thinking of your students and how best to prepare them for the future. Community Based Instruction (CBI) plays a large role in getting students ready for transition. I remember my first CBI trip. I was just glad to get all my students to the site safely and not to leave anyone behind!    When you're first starting out as a SpEd teacher, it's the little things, right?    After a few trips I realized I wanted to make my CBI more meaningful. Let's face it, a group of six students working from one grocery list and then going as a gaggle to the cashier is not real life. That's when I had to sit down and reassess the purpose of CBI.   3 Phases of Community Based Instruction If you are wondering about the larger purpose of your CBI trips, it helps to think of them in three phases: Phase 1: Campus Based Trips Phase 2: Community Based Instruction Phase 3: Vocational Community Training   Categories of Community Based Instruction Now that we have reviewed the three phases of Community Based instruction, let's talk about the categories of CBI sites.   Site Category 1: Retail  When most teachers plan Community Based instruction trips, they target retail sites. It makes sense! As a consumer, most of our time and money is spent at retail stores.  Site Category 2: Restaurants Most people make at least one trip to a restaurant every week. Typically, it's to a fast food restaurant to grab a snack or a quick meal. Not quite so commonly, we dine at a sit-down restaurant. Site Category 3: Daily Living Sites By far, the first two categories make up the bulk of community sites a student needs to master as part of Community Based Instruction.   Read More at Noodle Nook by visiting: http://www.noodlenook.net/community-based-instruction-ideas

How to Set Up Classroom Routine in Special Ed- Strategies for Daily Rules and Routines in a self contained classroom for better classroom management.   How to Set Up Classroom Routine in Special Ed Any teacher will tell you that establishing rules, routines and procedures in the classroom is a lifesaver! If you take time in the front end to teach your classroom expectations and routines, then you will save yourself from a huge headache later. So, when it comes to teaching Rules, Routines and Procedures in Self-Contained, how do you get it done? That is the question we answer in this episode of The Teacher Nook podcast.   Steps To Set Up Routine and Procedures It can sometimes feel like the chaos of a self-contained classroom is impossible to rangle in. There is so much more going on than a general ed classroom like restrooming schedules, personal care needs, behavior modifications, outside therapists coming in and out, as well as a million other unexpected things that are just part of the daily classroom.    BUT… you have to get some sense of routine going from day one. If you don’t, you’ll be fighting that chaos all year and, unknowingly, feeding future behaviors.   Listen now to find out the 5 steps you should follow to establish routine and procedures in your SpEd class or Autism unit. Then read more at Noodle Nook on which routines you should establish first at http://www.noodlenook.net/set-up-classroom-routine-in-sped   And don't forget to follow Noodle Nook on social media. Follow us on Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube or iTunes!

Hey Y’all I am so glad to be back with you!!!   I am not lying when I say that the podcasts here at the Teacher Nook are a part of Noodle Nook that I love!   If you were wondering where I have been, I spent the last 2 months in Ghana, an African country on the Ivory Coast with my family. It was amazing. Not only experiencing the culture with my kids and exploring new places and cuisines with my husband… but also having the opportunity to visit schools for the disabled. Getting back to work here in the states reminds me of how lucky we are to live here, how lucky our students are to have the services we provide, and how universal the concerns are of educators who teach students with Autism.   Now that I am back, I really look forward to helping teachers here as they work in self-contained classrooms with students who have low incidence disabilities. I want to make sure you have what you need to be successful as well as provide the best and most beneficial classroom experiences for your students.   In order to do that, I want any teachers out there who are struggling to grab their cell phone and take a second to email me their burning question about how to survive and thrive in self-contained. I am going to put my email in the show notes. What do you struggle with? What tools do you want to become better at using? How can we help?   The next Teacher Nook podcast will be October 2nd and we will be answering your questions… so don’t be shy. Email me today at ajones@noodlenook.net.   Just a reminder, if you haven’t already, subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss our return show that first Wednesday of October.   Before I sign off, I want to wax poetically about the kind of students we work with. Our students can sometimes be a challenge. We work long and hard for small incremental growth. And those breakthroughs may be small, but they are huge in the lives of the kids we help. I know you have tough days; remember those miracle moments… because your students need you and all that you bring to their classroom. Please… stay strong and teach on. Till next time Mighty Teachers!

10 Simple Strategies for Teacher Motivation A motivated teacher is the key to a classroom- check out these 10 easy and totally doable ways to keep teacher motivation high and improve student outcomes. 10 stellar strategies and ideas to keep teacher motivation high and improve student achievement! Read more about how supporting a teacher in the classroom and keeping them motivated can be as easy as using one of the strategies on this list. As an instructional coach or campus administrator, how can you implement these strategies to inspire teachers and keep your campus running better? Check out the full post on Noodle Nook by visiting http://www.noodlenook.net/teacher-motivation-strategies-and-ideas/ Remember, sharing is caring! Please share this podcast with others on your social media platform of choice. --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --   Follow Noodle Nook on Social Media today! Pinterest Instagram Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  iTunes    The Teacher Nook is a place for educators to have their questions answered about teaching students with severe and profound low-incidence disabilities including Autism. We offer tips and tricks for classroom success in academics, behaviors, and communication for classroom teachers.

The Prompting Hierarchy is a concept that every teacher and support staff should know about- after all we want our students to become more independent and the ADULTS in the room shouldn't be facilitating students to the point of learned helplessness... right?!? Listen to The Teacher Nook podcast to learn more about how to use the prompting hierarchy and prompting chart in your Autism classroom to support academics, behavior, and communication (even with AAC instruction).   Using Cues and prompts that are appropriate to support students at their level of need helps you to reduce a student’s level of learned helplessness and also helps to build independence, which is so important in an Autism Unit, Life Skills classroom, or self-contained setting. Remember though, these levels of prompting will work as you work with any student you support. Share this prompting hierarchy with your support staff at your next training or professional development so all staff works towards building independence and doesn’t offer too much support. To read more about How to Use the Prompting Hierarchy, visit Noodle Nook. You will also find a printable Prompting Hierarchy Poster you can hang in your classroom.   Be sure to subscribe to this podcast so you never miss an episode full of tips, tricks, and tools for teachers in special ed or Autism classrooms.   Follow Noodle Nook on Social Media today! Pinterest Instagram Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  iTunes    The Teacher Nook is a place for educators to have their questions answered about teaching students with severe and profound low-incidence disabilities including Autism. We offer tips and tricks for classroom success in academics, behaviors, and communication for classroom teachers.

Have you been working in a Special Ed classroom or Autism Unit and notice your students could use some ways to improve social skills? Listen to this episode to learn about 4 activities to improve social skills in autism classrooms.   To read more about the social skills training, head over to the blog at Noodle Nook. Follow Noodle Nook on Social Media today! Pinterest Instagram Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  iTunes    The Teacher Nook is a place for educators to have their questions answered about teaching students with severe and profound low-incidence disabilities including Autism. We offer tips and tricks for classroom success in academics, behaviors, and communication for classroom teachers.

Dealing with behaviors in your Autism unit or Special Ed classroom? Listen to learn the definition of the function of behavior, how to do a behavior analysis, and get a free data sheet. Once you know why the behavior happens, you can decide what to do about it... like using effective replacement behaviors.  Listen now to learn more.   If you prefer to read this article or want to reference the materials referred to in the podcast, visit the post at http://www.noodlenook.net/function-of-behavior/ Be sure to subscribe to this podcast so you never miss an episode full of tips, tricks, and tools for teachers in special ed or Autism classrooms.

What do you do when a student in your Special Ed classroom or Autism Unit refuses to work? It all depends on the function of the behavior! Listen to better understand four possible reasons a student may refuse to work and learn three strategies to address each of those 4 reasons.  To read more about the function of behavior, head over to the blog at Noodle Nook. Follow Noodle Nook on Social Media today! Pinterest Instagram Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  iTunes    The Teacher Nook is a place for educators to have their questions answered about teaching students with severe and profound low-incidence disabilities including Autism. We offer tips and tricks for classroom success in academics, behaviors, and communication for classroom teachers.

When students with Autism or other significant disabilities cannot sit still in the classroom long enough to work or learn, it can be a problem. Students who wander need you to do 5 things in order to be successful. Listen for more on Autism and Wandering in the classroom.   Read more on NoodleNook.Net with tips, tricks and tools to support you as you teach students with low incidence disabilities and Autism.   Follow Noodle Nook on social media including: Pinterest Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube iTunes   The Teacher Nook is a place for educators to have their questions answered about teaching students with severe and profound low-incidence disabilities including Autism. We offer tips and tricks for classroom success in academics, behaviors, and communication for classroom teachers.

The Nook is a podcast specifically supporting teachers in Autism Units and Special Education. Today's question is all about behavior. Caitlin asks: "How can I lessen the stimming in a student… they are making other students have more behaviors!"   Great question. In this podcast we will talk about the 4 reasons you may see stimming and 4 strategies you can use to better manage stimming behavior in your classroom.   Items referenced in this podcast: Visual Schedule- LINK HERE. Read more about visual schedules and First-Then charts at NoodleNook.Net First-Then Chart- LINK HERE DIY Dollar Store Task Boxes- LINK HERE  Read More HERE DIY STEM Builder Bins- LINK HERE Tips to Establishing Routine and Procedure   Follow Noodle Nook on Social Media today! Pinterest Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube iTunes   The Teacher Nook is a place for educators to have their questions answered about teaching students with severe and profound low-incidence disabilities including Autism. We offer tips and tricks for classroom success in academics, behaviors, and communication for classroom teachers.

On the Noodle Nook Podcast today, Emily asks: How and what functional skills should I teach to my self-contained high school class of 20 students with intellectual disabilities? Centers for Functional Skills in High School Wow Emily! That is a lot of students in a self-contained classroom. Just managing that can be tough and meeting the needs of so many students will be a challenge. Good news is that you CAN do it and do it with purpose!   Most states have or are changing the law to require all students who graduate from k-12 to have curriculum that is based on the state standards. Even with academic curriculum in your classroom, you may have enough time to work on other skills. So, with that in mind, it sounds like you are interested in some other ideas for functional skills you can work on beyond that. So let’s talk about that a bit...   Listen Now for More! To Read the Blog Post, Click HERE. Follow The Nook by Noodle Nook TODAY!

Teacher in Autism Unit Needs Help Dealing with Parents   Meredith asks for advice on how to deal with her student's parents: “The parents of my student with severe Autism, a speech impairment, and self injurious behavior that leads to a lot of self biting insists that he’ll be going to college to become a computer programmer. I am lucky if I can get him to log in on his computer independently. His mom wants him reading at level so he can be ready and doing on-grade-level math (Freshman Algebra), but he has a hard time with anything past two digit addition and subtraction when regrouping is involved. My campus is promising all kinds of miracles I don’t think I can deliver. I’m starting to hate my job, this is just too much. What can I do?”   Listen to find out what Meredith can do to make her parents, administration, and students all happy. Read the related blog post at www.NoodleNook.Net/episode7   Follow Noodle Nook on Social Media today! Pinterest Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube iTunes   The Teacher Nook is a place for educators to have their questions answered about teaching students with severe and profound low-incidence disabilities including Autism. We offer tips and tricks for classroom success in academics, behaviors, and communication for classroom teachers.

Laying down the law on the playground- some tricks and tips to transition after recess. Listen to this episode of The Nook from Noodle Nook on strategies in the severe/mod class, Life Skills or Autism Unit as well as Special Ed classroom! Brooklyn Asks about some tips to transition after recess: “I have a student who is having a really hard time transitioning back to the classroom from recess. He will lie down on the playground and refuse to move. And now some of my aides have been using food to bribe him back to the room- now it seems like he is just expecting the bribe, though sometimes that won’t work either. Help!” See the post associated with this podcast at www.NoodleNook.Net/episode6/

In this podcast, we will talk about showing affection and hugging students with disabilities. Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with future episodes and blog posts from NoodleNook.   Rayann asks: “If an autistic child runs to me and hugs me, should I return the hug?”   We will talk about this question in terms of social skills, communication needs, and general optics. Be sure to tune in and read more on NoodleNook.Net/episode5

Are you a special education teacher with no idea why you need a BIP? Grab your IEP, put your BIP hat on, and listen why you should write behavior plans for students with Autism. Wondering why you’re being asked to write behavior goals for students with no negative behaviors? Grab your IEPs, put your BIP hat on, and get your question answered on this episode of The Nook! This question comes from Russell… he asks: School makes me write a behavior plan for kids with Autism even if they don't have any bad behaviors. It's stupid and a waste of time. Why do I have to write them, what's the point? Today on The Nook we talk all about writing behavior plans and why you may want to write them. Be sure to subscribe to The Nook podcast and visit www.NoodleNook.Net for more information on academics, communication, and behavior!

Today on The Nook we talk about hitting and pinching behaviors and how to address them as you teach students in self-contained, Autism Units, or Life Skills classrooms. We include real and helpful tips and tricks to turn address those behaviors. Be sure to subscribe to The Nook podcast and visit www.NoodleNook.Net for more information on academics, communication, and behavior!

Basics to Know in YOUR Autism Classroom   This podcast is for educators teaching students with severe and profound low-incidence disabilities including Autism. We provide helpful tips, tricks, and insights to be successful in the classroom. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode where we answer your questions about academics, behavior, and communication in students in self-contained. We help you work smarter, not harder.   www.noodlenook.net/episode002