We’re back with Day 2 of our special podcast series featuring clips from the brand-new Paraprofessional Bundle launching this Wednesday inside the Teachers Deserve It Learning Hub!

Today’s episode features a clip from "Understanding Student Needs & Modifications," a course designed to help paraprofessionals confidently support all types of learners through meaningful differentiation, accommodations, and modifications.

Whether you're working 1:1 with a student or helping adapt instruction in a small group, this episode delivers actionable insight you can apply right away.

Don’t forget—this entire bundle (and every other course in the Hub) is available with our All Access Membership: only $25/month or $228/year.

Let’s dive into today’s episode and celebrate the power of purposeful support.

In today’s special episode, recorded on the go from the airport, Rae kicks off a full week of daily podcast drops featuring sneak peeks from our brand-new Paraprofessional Bundle—launching this Wednesday inside the Teachers Deserve It Learning Hub!

We’re starting with a powerful clip from the course "Paraprofessional Foundations: Understanding Your Role & Impact," paired with a free download packed with Effective Student Support Strategies you can use right away.

Whether you're a paraprofessional or a teacher looking to build a stronger classroom team, this episode sets the tone for a week of celebration, empowerment, and practical tools.

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Let’s jump in and celebrate the educators who make it all possible.

This blog post from "Teachers Deserve It" addresses the critical role of communication in de-escalating student crises by providing educators with practical strategies. It explains the neurological basis of a student's crisis response, emphasizing that logic and commands are often ineffective. The resource offers specific de-escalation phrases to use and language to avoid, highlighting the importance of validation and guidance. Key techniques such as using "I see" statements, offering positive choices, reducing verbal overload, and employing nonverbal cues are presented. Additionally, it includes a printable quick reference card with situation-specific examples to aid teachers in high-stress moments.

Teachers Deserve It offers educators proactive strategies for managing student behavior by focusing on prevention rather than reaction. The blog post outlines ten specific techniques aimed at heading off potential meltdowns through methods like clear expectations, positive reinforcement, and building relationships. It emphasizes the importance of understanding student triggers and using nonverbal cues to guide behavior effectively. The resource encourages teachers to shift their mindset towards a more preventative approach in the classroom.

Paraprofessionals need effective methods to support students, especially regarding behavior. This resource from Teachers Deserve It offers practical, research-backed strategies for paraprofessionals to immediately implement in the classroom. The guide focuses on building positive relationships, setting clear expectations, and using proactive management techniques. It also emphasizes positive reinforcement, de-escalation techniques, and self-regulation strategies for both students and paraprofessionals. These techniques aim to empower paraprofessionals to confidently manage student behavior, reduce power struggles, and create a more supportive learning environment.

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Teachers Deserve It (TDI) is dedicated to helping teachers integrate social media into their digital learning environments. The organization aims to make education more engaging and relevant through interactive learning, real-world examples, and increased student participation. TDI supports this transformation by providing curriculum innovation, promoting community engagement, and creating adaptive learning environments that keep up with digital trends. The organization also provides actionable strategies such as integrating social media into lessons, creating feedback loops, leveraging real-time trends, and encouraging collaboration among educators. The ultimate goal of TDI is to inspire students and drive positive change in education by bridging the gap between social media and the classroom.

Teachers Deserve It (TDI) addresses common shortcomings in teacher professional development (PD). TDI aims to fix ineffective PD by offering personalized, practical strategies applicable to real classrooms. They focus on translating research into usable techniques while prioritizing teacher well-being and work-life balance. Unlike traditional PD, TDI provides ongoing support, leadership development, flexibility, and resources for funding classroom needs. Ultimately, TDI seeks to empower teachers through relevant, actionable PD experiences tailored to their individual needs.