You know that feeling when you sit down to run a therapy group and realize you have five goals, no clear lesson plan, and 30 minutes to cover it all and make progress? Been there. As school-based SLPs, we’ve all had those days when we’re running on fumes — just trying...
As a special education teacher, managing schedules can often feel like juggling multiple balls while walking a tightrope. The complexity of coordinating various services, specials, and instructional time for students can turn scheduling into a waking nightmare....
Collaborative lesson planning is a critical aspect of special education that ensures all students receive the individualized support they need. Let’s explore why collaborative lesson planning is essential for special education providers, highlighting its benefits,...
I know what you are thinking…I don’t want to hear about assessments! It feels like we assess more than we teach. But that’s the mindset I want to talk about. Assessment is part of teaching, it’s not just state testing. A balanced assessment framework is essential to...
Years ago when I first entered the school setting, I didn’t quite know how I fit into the big picture. I had worked in home health, but my practice at that point was more clinical, more independent. My role as “the expert”, as the “Speech Language Pathologist,” was...
