Building Stronger Teams: What Paras Wish Teachers Knew

Building Stronger Teams: What Paras Wish Teachers Knew

Update: 2025-07-23
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This week’s episode is a little different because it’s not about us as teachers. It’s about the incredible individuals who support us and our students every single day: our paraprofessionals.

Throughout July, we've been focusing into how to build strong para-teacher relationships, and in this episode, we’re hearing directly from the voices that matter most. I asked a group of current and former paraprofessionals five powerful questions about their roles, challenges, and what they need from their supervising teachers—and their answers were honest, heartfelt, and eye-opening.

✨ Inside this episode, we explore:

  • What makes a para feel valued and respected
  • The misunderstandings teachers often have about their role
  • What paras wish would change in the way they collaborate with teachers
  • Why input, clarity, and recognition matter more than you might think
  • How we can better provide the training and tools they truly need

💡 You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to create a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment for your paras—and why doing so leads to better outcomes for your entire classroom.

🎧 Whether you’re new to working with paras or want to strengthen your existing team dynamic, this episode is a must-listen.

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Building Stronger Teams: What Paras Wish Teachers Knew

Building Stronger Teams: What Paras Wish Teachers Knew