Do you teach Pre-K or ECSE? Are you teaching in a blended or self contained classroom this year? I’m an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher teaching in a blended classroom. This means that I co-teach with a General Education Teacher. In this classroom, there are four adults, two teacher and 2 assistant/paraprofessional. My co-teacher had a theme in mind and it turned out wonderful. Keep scrolling to see how we set up our co-teach Pre-K classroom. Whole Group Area Our ... continue reading...
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Co-Teaching 101 in Pre-K
Interested in a co-teaching pre-k position? Are you a new co-teacher and are looking for more information or tips? Two teachers, one room equals benefits for student AND teachers. Keep reading to learn more! The 5 Co-Teach Models The 5 Co-teach Models are: team teaching, station teaching, parallel teaching, alternative teaching, and teach and monitor. Have you heard of these before? These are the models my district trained me on. Briefly, team teaching is when both teaching ... continue reading...
How to Setup a Self-Contained Classroom
Self-contained classroom setup is my jam. I get so excited every year planning how I want to physically set up my classroom. It can be an extremely daunting task, but if you have a plan it can be a fun process. Let me show you how to setup a self-contained classroom. Plan the areas of your classroom Whole Group/Small Group When planning your self-contained classroom setup, decide what kinds of areas you'll need. Will you need a whole group area, small groups, centers, independent ... continue reading...
K-2 Classroom Tour
Welcome! I am so excited to bring you into my self contained classroom for a K-2 classroom tour! I have been teaching a K-2 grade self contained autism classroom for 5 years now. Let me start by saying I have a HUGE classroom. I love all of the extra space we have! Our Hub First, here is our "hub". We use this area throughout the day as a whole-group area, including Morning Meeting. We start our day sitting and following directions. I play a washing hands song and direct ... continue reading...
How to Color Code Your Special Ed Classroom
Color coding your special ed classroom can be a game changer for your organization. I have developed a system for color coding in my classroom to benefit my students and me as the teacher. Let me teach you how to color code your special ed classroom. Assigning Colors The first step in color coding your classroom is to assign colors. There are a couple options for assigning colors depending on the size of your caseload. I have nine students on my caseload this year, so each student has ... continue reading...
Multiple Disabilities Classroom Setup
I am so excited to share everything I've learned about setting up a multiple disabilities classroom with you! I've spent a lot of time mapping out my classroom layout this year. I hope this blog post about setting up a multiple disabilities classroom will be helpful for you! My Caseload I currently have seven students that are wheelchair users and 3 that are not. I have 2 students that are fully virtual that I service through seesaw and google meets sessions on Wednesdays. Most of ... continue reading...
Center Rotations in Special Education
In special education, and especially self contained, you MUST keep it simple. I usually have similar activities in each color center each day... but I never label my rotation schedule, or explicitly list what activities will happen that day. Why? It's best to just keep it simple. That way: + you can easily differentiate for each child + you can change something on the spot that isn't working + you can increase/ decrease staff at each center on the fly + it leaves you the ... continue reading...
Your First Year in Self-Contained (Including What NOT To Do!)
Your first year in the self-contained setting can feel like it's going to be overwhelming and stressful, but it can actually be simple and fun! With a little planning and preparation, you and your students can have an amazing school year. Keep reading for some of the best advice to make it through the first year -- straight from someone who has been there! Before Your First Year Starts You were given your assignment for the new school year: self-contained teacher. Now what? Maybe this is ... continue reading...
SEIT- what it is and how to find a job
When I was going through my teacher preparation program in undergrad, I assumed that the only thing you could do with a Special Education degree was be a classroom teacher in a school. I thought that there was a set schedule you had to follow. I now know that is not true, and there are many flexible jobs out there, such as a SEIT. Read on to learn what this job is and how to find a job! What is a SEIT? SEIT stands for Special Education Itinerant Teacher. Different states may have ... continue reading...
Your First Week in a Self Contained Elementary
Whether you've been in a self contained elementary classroom for 20 years, or if this is your 1st year, welcome in! Starting the school year for anyone can be nerve wracking. I say this for teachers, students, and parents! But, starting the year in a self contained elementary class is a whole other ball game! I am going to give you a few tips and tricks about how I start my year in a self contained elementary classroom. I hope I am able to ease some nerves and you gain some tips on how to start ... continue reading...
Classroom Tour: Elementary Resource Room
Welcome to my Elementary Resource Classroom! My goal as an educator is to make my classroom feel like home! I’ve worked hard to make my resource classroom feel supportive, structured, and welcoming. I strive to create a place where kids know they’re safe and can do their best work. Since I get to teach in small groups, I can really focus on what each student needs, whether that’s a boost in reading, math, or just practicing those all-important social skills. As I'm sure our goals are the ... continue reading...
K-5 Autism Classroom Tour
Come on in, and take a look around Mrs. B's K-5 ASD classroom tour! I teach a self-contained elementary (K-5) class for students on the Autism Spectrum who exhibit deficits in communication, behavior, and academics. Classroom setup can be stressful, time-consuming, and overwhelming! Make a plan, get some example ideas, and read all about how I set up my K-5 ASD self-contained classroom! A few things you will notice throughout my classroom are the physical separation of areas, the color coding of ... continue reading...
K-5 Self Contained Classroom Schedule
Let's take a walk through our day in a K-5 self-contained classroom! Our day has a lot of moving parts, and it is very structured. We also utilize a large whole-group visual schedule in the class as well as smaller individual visual schedules, so the students know when they are doing what activity. I also have many brain breaks embedded throughout the day, so that is why you do not see any on the schedule. 7:30-8:20 Students start arriving at 7:30! Once they arrive, they can eat breakfast ... continue reading...
Classroom Schedule for Elementary Self-Contained
Welcome to my elementary self-contained classroom! Take a look at a typical day in our life with this schedule tour. Good Morning! As my students arrive for the day, they follow a simple morning routine that includes unpacking their backpacks and putting belongings away. All of my students arrive at slightly different times in the morning. So, while we are waiting I facilitate activities like board games and STEM-bins. It's a nice, slow start to our day, and I love being able to spend ... continue reading...
Self-Contained Special Education Classroom Tour in Elementary School
Here is how I set up my self-contained classroom in an elementary school. I primarily taught grades 1-4 with about 6 students and 2-3 paraprofessionals. Dividers and boundaries are crucial in the classroom! I always begin with setting up my group table in the center of the classroom facing the Smartboard. This provides optimal seating for engagement and reduces distractions. It also allows students to interact and participate. Then, I move onto my favorite part of the classroom... ... continue reading...
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