In this episode, Jayson shares what it was like transitioning from one district to another and the lessons that were learned as a result of doing so. Join in to hear about:

• Some pros and cons of both contract and district jobs 
• Distinct differences between working in districts big and small
• The importance of advocating for yourself
• The role of occupational therapy in assistive technology
• Why Jayson feels there is a constant change in school employees
• What to consider before taking on a new job

Don't forget to share what you learned as you completed this past school year with me at [email protected] or on social media @otschoolhouse

I hope you enjoy this episode! Be sure to check out the resources below. Some of these are affiliate links which allow me to earn a small commission at no additional cost to you!

• Edjoin.org
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  • SnapType​ (free)
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