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 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 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 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 provides a foundational understanding of behavior principles and the essential role of data in driving effective interventions. Participants will explore key behavioral concepts such as reinforcement, punishment, and antecedent-behavior-consequence (ABC) relationships. The session also introduces a variety of data collection tools, including frequency counts, duration tracking, interval recording, and ABC data sheets. Learn how to select the right tools for different behaviors, ensure accuracy and reliability in data collection, and use data to guide decision-making and improve student outcomes.
