As most of us are entering winter break, it is the perfect time for a little teacher self-care reminder. We hear a lot about self-care and coping skills for teachers, but as teachers, we often think that if we take a break, we will fall behind. The truth is that taking breaks actually makes you a better special education teacher!

In this episode, I am giving you a sneak peek at an episode from the private podcast inside the Special Educator Academy. I am sharing five reasons you should be taking a break (without feeling guilty!) over winter break. I’d love to hear why you’re taking a break. Send me a DM on Instagram @autismclassroomresources, and let me know how you are recharging over winter break.

05:01 - Why you should be taking time to focus on what’s truly important

06:25 - How scheduled breaks help you recharge

07:28 - Why stepping away from work allows you to keep things in perspective

08:30 - How taking a break promotes creativity (and why you need creativity as a special education teacher!)

10:30 - Why taking breaks is key to preventing burnout

Show Notes: http://autismclassroomresources.com/episode195

Resources:

• Join the Autism Classroom Resources' Free Resource Library
• Get more information about the Special Educator Academy
• Join the Free Facebook Group

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