Welcome to another episode of Sped Teacher Small Talk, a segment of the Sped Prep Academy Podcast with my co-host Paul Hubbard! In today's episode, we discuss a crucial topic that is important for all special education teachers—self-care. In a profession that demands a high level of emotional and physical commitment, taking time for yourself isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. Listen in as Paul and I discuss: <ul><li>How self-care and self-indulgence are NOT the same thing</li><li>Why special educators need to provide themselves with self-care</li><li>Ways to go about caring for yourself<ul><li>Therapy</li><li>Talking with a friend</li><li>Exercise</li><li>Reflection</li><li>Enjoying a hobby</li><li>Reducing screen time</li></ul></li></ul> You'll also learn about Paul's comical analogy on the importance of not keeping stress bottled up.<a href="https://wwwspedprepacademy.com/podcast">Sign up to be notified each time a new episode airs and get access to all the discounts!</a> Don't forget to leave a review of the show!Follow Jennifer <a href='https://www.instagram.com/spedprepacademy/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/Sped-Prep-Academy-jennifer-Hofferber'>TPT</a>

Welcome to another episode of Sped Teacher Small Talk, a segment of the Sped Prep Academy Podcast with my co-host Paul Hubbard! In today's episode, we discuss a crucial topic that is important for all special education teachers—self-care. In a profession that demands a high level of emotional and physical commitment, taking time for yourself isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. Listen in as Paul and I discuss: How self-care and self-indulgence are NOT the same thingWhy special educators need to provide themselves with self-careWays to go about caring for yourselfTherapyTalking with a friendExerciseReflectionEnjoying a hobbyReducing screen time You'll also learn about Paul's comical analogy on the importance of not keeping stress bottled up. Sign up to be notified each time a new episode airs and get access to all the discounts! Don't forget to leave a review of the show! Follow Jennifer Instagram TPT

Welcome to another episode of Sped Teacher Small Talk, a segment of the Sped Prep Academy Podcast with my co-host Paul Hubbard! In today's episode, we discuss a crucial topic that is important for all special education teachers—self-care. In a profession that demands a high level of emotional and physical commitment, taking time for yourself isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. Listen in as Paul and I discuss: <ul><li>How self-care and self-indulgence are NOT the same thing</li><li>Why special educators need to provide themselves with self-care</li><li>Ways to go about caring for yourself<ul><li>Therapy</li><li>Talking with a friend</li><li>Exercise</li><li>Reflection</li><li>Enjoying a hobby</li><li>Reducing screen time</li></ul></li></ul>&nbsp;You'll also learn about Paul's comical analogy on the importance of not keeping stress bottled up.<a href="https://wwwspedprepacademy.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sign up to be notified each time a new episode airs and get access to all the discounts!</a> Don't forget to leave a review of the show!Follow Jennifer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/spedprepacademy/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/Sped-Prep-Academy-jennifer-Hofferber" rel="noopener noreferrer">TPT</a>

Sped Teacher Small Talk: The Importance of Self-Care for Special Educators

The Go-To Podcast for Special Educators who want to reduce their stress and begin to feel success. Hey special educator… Overwhelmed by the absurd amount of paperwork on your to-do list?&nbsp; Wish you had the skills to build a rock-solid team with your paraprofessionals?&nbsp; Do you find yourself scouring the internet for how to meet the diverse needs of each student on your caseload? Hey there friend…I’m Jennifer Hofferber from Sped Prep Academy, an award winning veteran special education teacher and current instructional coach who has walked in your shoes through each of these challenges. And yes, I've got the metaphorical blisters to prove it!&nbsp; I’ve cried your tears and felt your pain and now I’m here to support you the way I wish someone would have been there to support me.&nbsp; Listen in each week as my guests and I dish out practical wisdom to help you handle all the classroom curveballs thrown your way, and learn how to laugh in spite of the chaos to celebrate those small, yet significant victories that only a special educator can understand. So…Are you ready? Wipe your tears and put on your superhero cape because together we are going to learn how to survive and thrive in the ever crazy, completely overwhelming, laugh so you don’t cry profession of being a special education teacher. Next Steps: Visit the Website: https://www.spedprepacademy.comJoin the Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SpedPrepAcademyEmail Me: jennifer@spedprepacademy.com

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The Go-To Podcast for Special Educators who want to reduce their stress and begin to feel success. Hey special educator… Overwhelmed by the absurd amount of paperwork on your to-do list?  Wish you had the skills to build a rock-solid team with your paraprofessionals?  Do you find yourself scouring the internet for how to meet the diverse needs of each student on your caseload? Hey there friend…I’m Jennifer Hofferber from Sped Prep Academy, an award winning veteran special education teacher and current instructional coach who has walked in your shoes through each of these challenges. And yes, I've got the metaphorical blisters to prove it!  I’ve cried your tears and felt your pain and now I’m here to support you the way I wish someone would have been there to support me.  Listen in each week as my guests and I dish out practical wisdom to help you handle all the classroom curveballs thrown your way, and learn how to laugh in spite of the chaos to celebrate those small, yet significant victories that only a special educator can understand. So…Are you ready? Wipe your tears and put on your superhero cape because together we are going to learn how to survive and thrive in the ever crazy, completely overwhelming, laugh so you don’t cry profession of being a special education teacher. Next Steps: Visit the Website: https://www.spedprepacademy.com Join the Free Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SpedPrepAcademy Email Me: jennifer@spedprepacademy.com

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