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Special Educators Resource Room with Jennifer DeBrosse is the podcast for busy special education teachers. Whether you’re brand new to the world of special education or an experienced teacher, this podcast will provide time-saving solutions for any busy special educator.
Get ready to move things off your special educator plate without feeling like you have to live at school.
I’m your host, Jennifer DeBrosse. I’m dual-certified, have been in education for over 25 years, and spent time in both the inclusion classroom and the resource room setting. I was also a special education instructional coach and mentor to hard-working educators just like you.
Tune in each week for quick action-packed episodes. They will be short, sweet, and to the point because I know how busy you are. I’m on a mission to help you get your time back!
Let’s connect! You can find more special education support at: Positively Learning Blog (PS: while you’re there, be sure to grab the free Special Educators Cheat Sheets!)
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This week's podcast episode is for you if 1) you're unsure how to set goals that actually stick and 2) you're unsure if you even want to set goals for 2025.Ep 107 Teacher Goal Setting Yay or Nay?There's a free download that will help you organize your new and improved goals for the new year! Find it in Positively Learning's Free Resource Library (plus a TON of other teacher freebies):Click Here to Gain Access the Library:https://positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/Check out this ...
Is a family advocate attending your next IEP meeting and you're wondering what to expect? This episode is for you! Learn what a family advocate is there for and practical strategies for navigating the meeting. This episode is for special educators, but it's also full of ideas for the entire IEP team. Be sure to check out the previous episode all about communication - it's the perfect prelude to this episode: 105: Parent Communication: Let's Talk About It! If you were hoping for...
This episode is full of scenarios every special educator has probably experienced at least a few times. Let's talk about some possible strategies and solutions with a focus on improving communication with parents and caregivers. I can't wait to hear what you think! Need a freebie to make the next step feel easier? https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Special-Education-Teacher-Input-Forms-Free-Editable-IEP-Meeting-Parent-Form-9929329If you're a busy special education teacher looking for...
Thank you for tuning in to Special Educators Resource Room! This is a special episode all about finding your path to progress. Come take a tour of the Independent Work Clubhouse - a free resource hub that just opened up this week to members of the Task Box Dollar Club. Not a member yet? No worries, there's still helpful information for you ESPECIALLY if you're troubleshooting your own classroom systems. Be sure to click on over to see the inside of the clubhouse on YouTube:Independent Wo...
In this episode of Special Educators Resource Room, we’re diving into your survey responses! From task box ideas for early learners to behavior management strategies and collaboration with paraprofessionals, this episode covers the topics you care about most. Tune in for a quick breakdown of what’s on your mind—and a sneak peek at what’s coming next to support your classroom! Whether you’re looking for tools to streamline your day or strategies to build student independence, this episode...
Did you know that sorting and classifying objects can set the stage for math success? These skills go beyond basics, building the critical thinking kids need to make sense of the world. This week’s podcast episode is filled with fun sorting activities and simple ways to add sorting into everyday life.Be sure to click over to the blogpost for more tips and examples: https://positivelylearningblog.com/sorting-and-classification-skills-for-early-math/If you're a busy special education...
Independent work is NOT designed just to keep students "busy" so teachers can get things done, they are SO much more! In this episode, I'm sharing all the benefits of adding work binders to your independent work systems - they are a GAMECHANGER! Ready for more? Check out this new blogpost from Positively Learning Blog: Beyond Busy Books: Build Work Binders That Work! Be sure to check out the master spreadsheet of tasks (NOT "busy" work):https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qOx1tI1qBZL...
Ep 90. Task Box Time-SaversEp 82. Data Forms Every Special Educator NeedsEp 84. Build an IEP Toolkit to Save Time LaterEp 81. Exactly What You Need to Support ParaprofessionalsEp 3. Paraprofessional Training When You Have Absolutely No TimeFree Paraprofessional Positive Sticky Notes DownloadReady for a GIVEAWAY? Come celebrate 100th episodes with me! Here's a link to a very quick survey: https://forms.gle/Lkyf8NMMmawMc85w7Filling out the survey is one entry - snag another entry by leaving a r...
In this episode, we dive into four time-saving strategies for handling special education paperwork, including IEP progress reports and prepping for meetings. Don’t miss these practical techniques to simplify progress monitoring and keep your paperwork under control! Need templates to save time on all those repetitve tasks? Click here: Special Educators Resource Room - All in One BundleIf you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time,...
How can special educators collect data that truly reflects student growth? This episode includes strategies like breaking down learning levels into smaller steps and using tailored progress monitoring tools. Tune in to discover practical tips for tracking student progress, improving data collection, and supporting independent learning in your classroom. Special links mentioned in the episode: How to Use Basic Skills Checklists for Data Collection: https://positivelylearningblog.com/speci...
In today’s episode, we’re diving into a simple yet effective reading recipe for supporting early readers in small groups using nursery rhymes. Whether you're focusing on phonemic awareness, building literacy skills, or just looking for engaging activities for young learners, these tips will help you save time while keeping your students motivated. Ready to get started? Get all the details in this blogpost:Reading Group Success RecipeLooking for low prep small group resources? From R...
How do executive functioning skills impact students and how can we support them? This episode breaks down seven simple strategies you can put into place today that will benefits ALL students in your classroom. Read more here:https://positivelylearningblog.com/supporting-executive-functioning-skills-in-the-classroom/And be sure to download the free student visual checklist:https://positivelylearningblog.com/student-checklist-for-independent-work/If you're a busy special education teacher ...
Explore the surprising ways task boxes can indirectly support positive behavior in the classroom. While task boxes aren’t a direct behavior management tool, they promote key skills like independence, confidence, and self-awareness—all of which lead to improved behavior.Learn how you can leverage task boxes to help students work independently, make choices, and feel successful, creating a learning environment that naturally reduces challenging behaviors.Resources Mentioned:Blog Post: Social Em...
Teamwork makes the dreamwork! These simple tips go a long way with building relationships with speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, and all related service providers that support our students. If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, ...
Here's all the skills and topics currently inside the dollar clubs!https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qOx1tI1qBZLyltnUio9J1qI7YCtlg6r92nK6VwgwJhg/edit?usp=drive_link Here's more information on getting instant access to the growing library of independent work tasks:https://positivelylearning.mykajabi.com/pl/2148298923If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your conf...
If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/Join the Facebook groupI'd love to hear what's workin...
Delivering professional development? Here's some ready-to-go ideas for special educators to "borrow for tomorrow" - on topics that resonate with both special education and general education teachers and staff. Save time by using the PD resources inside the Special Educators Bundle:https://positivelylearningblog.com/special-educators-resource-room/Are you overwhelmed with lesson planning and resource creation? The Task Box Dollar Club is here to help! For just $14 a month, you’ll get access to...
Learn more about the task box membership for teachers here:Task Box Dollar ClubTask Box Spreadsheet - download here:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qOx1tI1qBZLyltnUio9J1qI7YCtlg6r92nK6VwgwJhg/edit?usp=drive_linkIf you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical ...
Would you like to provide feedback on professional development or make a special request for future special education topics? Please click on this form and let me know - thank you! https://forms.gle/QT4eyzkrx5aWL2uH8If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tip...
Come join us in the Special Educators Room Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/599918080857066If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat She...
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