by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | Sep 23, 2021 | Basic Skills |
Have you ever walked into a work with teacher or one on one session and thought, “Oh wow he/she is just going to love this activity”! You have all your supports, you’re ready and suddenly there is not nearly as much engagement as you thought? Maybe you even see some...
by Heather Hoeft | Sep 22, 2021 | Academics, Communication, Organization & Classroom Setup, Visuals |
Using language paired with visuals is a key component to our classroom. When working with learners who have difficulty understanding spoken language and/or difficulty in speaking to communicate their wants and needs, research shows a high success rate in using vocal...
by Jen Koenig | Sep 15, 2021 | Academics |
Learning to Learn Real Talk: The start of the school year is HARD. Given the circumstances of last year, with remote learning and COVID, so many of our students are starting over in the classroom. This year I have 6 kindergarteners on my caseload and I’m...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Sep 13, 2021 | Communication, Interventions, Resources, Work Tasks |
One part of my OT assignment includes working in a life skill program for high school students 14-18 and a transition program for students 18-21 years old. The focus of these programs includes learning important skills to prepare for adult life. As an OT, I work...
by Heather Hoeft | Sep 8, 2021 | Academics, Curriculum Ideas, Expressive Language, Language Arts, Literacy for Children with Autism |
I have met more and more young children interested in literacy. Although reading is not a skill we expect to be mastered at this age, I do not want to hold them back. Whether I am working with friend’s children, my child, clients, or students, literacy is an...
by Jen Koenig | Sep 1, 2021 | Work Tasks |
I’m a huge fan of teaching independent work. In fact, I’ve talked before about how independent work has saved my classroom. Independent work can free your time so you are able to teach, access, and work with small groups while other students are working....
