This collaborative training, led by a teacher of students with autism and an experienced paraprofessional, offers a unique perspective on fostering a dynamic and effective partnership in the classroom. Together, they will share strategies for understanding and meeting the diverse needs of students, streamlining communication, and creating a unified approach to teaching and support. Participants will gain insights into role clarity, shared responsibilities, and building trust to enhance collaboration and ensure positive outcomes for students. Perfect for teachers and support staff looking to strengthen their working relationships and maximize their impact.
Discover the power of visual supports to boost student engagement and enhance learning in diverse classroom settings. This training explores how visuals can simplify complex concepts, support routines, and improve communication for all learners. Participants will learn practical strategies for creating and implementing visual schedules, behavior cues, task analysis charts, and instructional aids. Gain insights into tailoring visual supports to meet individual needs and fostering an inclusive environment where students thrive through clear, engaging, and accessible materials.
Dive into the world of scaffolded instruction with Benchmark Education Company and discover how to ensure all students thrive during the core reading block. This training explores targeted supports embedded in the core program, designed to meet the diverse needs of learners. Participants will gain insights into strategies for differentiating instruction, providing accessible pathways for struggling readers, and challenging advanced learners. Learn how to leverage program resources effectively to build skills, boost confidence, and foster success for every student.
This training is designed for educators in grades K-12 who work with struggling learners in all academic areas. Participants will learn how to design lessons that incorporate the instructional design principles and teacher delivery methods. This training is aligned with the Practice Profiles that provide guidance on explicit instruction, systematic instruction, corrective feedback, differentiating instruction, and scaffolding instruction.
Preschoolers with communication delays need daily opportunities to participate in activities and experiences that are interesting to them and support their language and communication skills. This training will address behavior challenges by discussing strategies that support their communication and engagement throughout the day. The goal is to reduce challenging behaviors by increasing children's ability to communicate and participate in daily activities and routines.
This training highlights the use of adaptive books as manipulatives to support diverse learning needs, particularly for students with disabilities. Participants will learn how to create and implement these interactive tools to teach foundational skills, build comprehension, and promote independence. Gain practical strategies for integrating adaptive books and assessments into daily routines, small group instruction, and individualized support, making learning hands-on, accessible, and fun for all students.
This collaborative training, led by a teacher of students with autism and an experienced paraprofessional, offers a unique perspective on fostering a dynamic and effective partnership in the classroom. Together, they will share strategies for understanding and meeting the diverse needs of students, streamlining communication, and creating a unified approach to teaching and support. Participants will gain insights into role clarity, shared responsibilities, and building trust to enhance collaboration and ensure positive outcomes for students. Perfect for teachers and support staff looking to strengthen their working relationships and maximize their impact.
This training provides an in-depth overview of the News2You curriculum, a dynamic tool designed to enhance learning and engagement for students with diverse needs. Participants will explore strategies for incorporating current events, interactive activities, and differentiated instruction into their classrooms, fostering communication, literacy, and social connections.
Empower your students and enhance your teaching with targeted instructional strategies designed specifically for secondary ESE classrooms. This session provides practical tools and approaches to address diverse learning needs, foster engagement, and promote skillbuilding in middle and high school settings. Explore techniques for differentiated instruction, scaffolding, and integrating life skills into academic content. Walk away with actionable strategies to create a supportive and effective learning environment that helps your students thrive.
This session introduces educators to STARR Commonwealth’s trauma-informed social skills curriculum, designed to help students build emotional resilience, self-regulation, and interpersonal skills. Participants will learn how to implement the curriculum effectively in the classroom, using strategies that are sensitive to the effects of trauma. The session will cover key components of the curriculum, including creating safe spaces, teaching coping strategies, and fostering positive social interactions. Walk away with practical tools to support your students’ social-emotional development while promoting a trauma-sensitive classroom environment.
Learn how to make small group instruction a powerful tool for student success in this teacher-led session. Discover practical strategies for organizing and delivering targeted instruction that meets diverse learning needs. Participants will also explore effective methods for tracking student progress, analyzing data, and using insights to inform instruction and interventions. Whether you’re new to small groups or looking to refine your practice, this session provides actionable tips and tools to enhance learning outcomes and maximize the impact of your teaching.
This training, led by an experienced PKD, focuses on fostering effective communication in the PKD classroom. Participants will explore strategies to support diverse communication needs, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), visual supports, and sensory-friendly techniques. Gain insights into creating an environment that encourages selfexpression, builds social connections, and empowers young learners. Whether working with verbal or nonverbal students, this session equips educators with practical tools to enhance communication and promote meaningful interactions in early childhood settings.
A dynamic make-and-take space dedicated to creating visual supports that enhance inclusivity in every classroom. This hands-on time provides educators with the opportunity to design and produce customized visual aids, from visual schedules to behavior charts, aimed at supporting diverse learner needs. Walk away with ready-to-use materials and innovative ideas to foster a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Dive into the world of scaffolded instruction with Benchmark Education Company and discover how to ensure all students thrive during the core reading block. This training explores targeted supports embedded in the core program, designed to meet the diverse needs of learners. Participants will gain insights into strategies for differentiating instruction, providing accessible pathways for struggling readers, and challenging advanced learners. Learn how to leverage program resources effectively to build skills, boost confidence, and foster success for every student.
This training is designed for educators in grades K-12 who work with struggling learners in all academic areas. Participants will learn how to design lessons that incorporate the instructional design principles and teacher delivery methods. This training is aligned with the Practice Profiles that provide guidance on explicit instruction, systematic instruction, corrective feedback, differentiating instruction, and scaffolding instruction.
This workshop offers the opportunity to create customized materials that align with individual student needs. Participants will explore adaptive curriculum and assessment tools, then craft items such as visual schedules, task boards, and modified activities. Leave with ready-to-use resources that promote engagement, accessibility, and effective learning outcomes in your classroom.
This session explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in special education. Participants will gain insights into how AI can enhance learning outcomes, streamline administrative tasks, and provide personalized support for students with disabilities. Topics include practical applications of AI in IEP development, ethical considerations, and strategies for maintaining human-centered decision-making. This interactive session will empower educators and providers to confidently integrate AI tools into their practices while safeguarding student privacy and fostering resilience in student services.
This session introduces educators to STARR Commonwealth’s trauma-informed social skills curriculum, designed to help students build emotional resilience, self-regulation, and interpersonal skills. Participants will learn how to implement the curriculum effectively in the classroom, using strategies that are sensitive to the effects of trauma. The session will cover key components of the curriculum, including creating safe spaces, teaching coping strategies, and fostering positive social interactions. Walk away with practical tools to support your students’ social-emotional development while promoting a trauma-sensitive classroom environment.
This training explores the principles of sensory processing and provides practical strategies for addressing sensory needs in the classroom. Participants will learn how to identify sensory challenges, integrate sensory-friendly tools and activities, and adapt environments to support regulation, focus, and engagement. Gain insights into building a sensory-informed approach that empowers students to succeed academically and socially. Perfect for educators looking to foster inclusive, supportive, and sensory-aware learning spaces.
Learn how to make small group instruction a powerful tool for student success in this teacher-led session. Discover practical strategies for organizing and delivering targeted instruction that meets diverse learning needs. Participants will also explore effective methods for tracking student progress, analyzing data, and using insights to inform instruction and interventions. Whether you’re new to small groups or looking to refine your practice, this session provides actionable tips and tools to enhance learning outcomes and maximize the impact of your teaching.
Explore the profound impact language impairments have on students’ academic performance and classroom interactions in this session led by a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). Gain insights into how language difficulties affect comprehension, expression, social skills, and behavior. Participants will learn practical strategies to support students with language impairments, including classroom accommodations, communication techniques, and collaboration with SLPs. Walk away with a deeper understanding of how to create a language-friendly environment that fosters success for all learners.
This workshop offers the opportunity to create customized materials that align with individual student needs. Participants will explore adaptive curriculum and assessment tools, then craft items such as visual schedules, task boards, and modified activities. Leave with ready-to-use resources that promote engagement, accessibility, and effective learning outcomes in your classroom.
This session explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in special education. Participants will gain insights into how AI can enhance learning outcomes, streamline administrative tasks, and provide personalized support for students with disabilities. Topics include practical applications of AI in IEP development, ethical considerations, and strategies for maintaining human-centered decision-making. This interactive session will empower educators and providers to confidently integrate AI tools into their practices while safeguarding student privacy and fostering resilience in student services.
Empower your students and enhance your teaching with targeted instructional strategies designed specifically for secondary ESE classrooms. This session provides practical tools and approaches to address diverse learning needs, foster engagement, and promote skillbuilding in middle and high school settings. Explore techniques for differentiated instruction, scaffolding, and integrating life skills into academic content. Walk away with actionable strategies to create a supportive and effective learning environment that helps your students thrive.
This training explores the principles of sensory processing and provides practical strategies for addressing sensory needs in the classroom. Participants will learn how to identify sensory challenges, integrate sensory-friendly tools and activities, and adapt environments to support regulation, focus, and engagement. Gain insights into building a sensory-informed approach that empowers students to succeed academically and socially. Perfect for educators looking to foster inclusive, supportive, and sensory-aware learning spaces.
Explore the profound impact language impairments have on students’ academic performance and classroom interactions in this session led by a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). Gain insights into how language difficulties affect comprehension, expression, social skills, and behavior. Participants will learn practical strategies to support students with language impairments, including classroom accommodations, communication techniques, and collaboration with SLPs. Walk away with a deeper understanding of how to create a language-friendly environment that fosters success for all learners.
