The Autism Helper Podcast

In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast Summer Series, we dive into four common classroom pet peeves and how to avoid them for a smoother, more effective learning environment. We’ll talk about the issue of undoing work in front of the student and why it can be counterproductive. We also explore how using age-appropriate work, toys, and materials is key to engagement and dignity. Then, we’ll address the importance of fully integrating paraprofessionals into the classroom team to enhance collaboration. Lastly, we discuss how over-prompting can hinder independence and provide tips for using prompts more effectively. Tune in for practical tips on creating a more positive and productive classroom experience!

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In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast Summer Series, we tackle two effective strategies for transitioning away from preferred items. First, we discuss the importance of giving a clear warning or countdown to help your child prepare for the change. Then, we dive into the approach of transitioning from highly preferred items to those that are moderately preferred, making the shift feel more manageable. These strategies help ease the transition and support your child in adjusting to new routines or tasks without feeling overwhelmed.

Episode 62: Tips for Tolerating Transitions: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-62-tips-for-tolerating-transitions/id1443908794?i=1000466506528

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In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast, the first episode of our Summer Series, we share four key tasks to do now to prep for back-to-school success. We’ll cover cleaning out and prepping independent work tasks, creating new morning binders, upgrading your schedule system, and prepping new curriculum or daily work. These simple steps will help set your classroom up for a smooth and successful school year!

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The Executive Functions Masterclass course has been taken by hundreds of teachers, clinicians, and parents with consistently great reviews. This course will prepare you to support struggling learners by building executive functioning skills. You will learn how to assess skills, create a thorough plan, and develop proactive supports.

In this episode, we review how this course will improve your classroom. From decreasing negative behaviors to increasing independence, you will walk away with tools and strategies that will have a lasting impact on your classroom.

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Janna and Morgan share actionable tips and strategies for moving beyond requesting with your learners that use AAC. Janna Bedoyan is an early childhood special education teacher and AAC specialist. Morgan van Diepens is a BCBA.

We discuss the biggest challenges of incorporating AAC into the home or classroom, why kids often get “stuck” at requesting, and what are some functional strategies to encourage communication. They also share background on core language and its value as well as how tips for getting your team on board.

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Schedules with moveable pieces are great to provide substantial support and visual prompting for how to navigate the classroom. Once students are successful with this type of schedule, move towards a paper schedule. These schedules provide more options for generalization. You can more readily incorporate these schedules into new settings leading to more independence.

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In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast, Tiffany Burns and Erika Bare discuss strategies for creating truly inclusive school environments for all learners. They cover key topics like the biggest obstacles to successful inclusion, practical ways to make classrooms more welcoming, the importance of collaboration among staff, and the vital role of teacher-student relationships in fostering inclusion. Tiffany and Erika also share tips for managing challenging behaviors within a range of settings, as well as advice for parents on how to advocate for more inclusive practices. Erika Bare has over 20 years of experience in education and currently serves as the Superintendent of the South Umpqua School District in Oregon. Tiffany Burns has spent two decades working in education and is an elementary school principal on sabbatical, focusing on supporting educators through the Connected Communicator Movement. Together, they co-authored Connecting Through Conversation: A Playbook for Talking with Students. https://www.connectingthroughconversation.com/transforming-student-behavior

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Join Special Education Teacher, Kelsey Kistner, who offers practical strategies for supporting students during academic instruction. Kelsey discusses her top teaching methods, the importance of student choice, how to boost motivation, and how she manages problem behaviors during group lessons. She also dives into Classroom Pivotal Response Teaching (PRT) and how she incorporates it into her classroom. Tune in for valuable insights from an experienced educator.

Kelsey has been teaching special education for 12 years and currently works in a district-level K-5 Intensive Intervention Program. More from Kelsey:

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@includedinsped

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In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast, Leanne Greenberg joins us to discuss creating inclusive environments for students with autism. She shares her insights on overcoming barriers to inclusion, dispelling common misconceptions about autism, and highlighting successful strategies used in schools. Leanne also discusses the importance of social inclusion, helping students build meaningful relationships, and accommodating sensory needs in general education classrooms. Additionally, she offers practical advice on how families and caregivers can advocate for more inclusive environments. This episode is packed with valuable tips for fostering supportive and inclusive learning spaces for all students. Leanne Greenberg serves as an ESS Specialist in the Phoenix Union High School District. She has been an ASD teacher, ASD coach, ESS Facilitator, and Behavior Intervention Specialist. In addition to her teacher certifications, she is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

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In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast, Jenn Adams joins us to discuss strategies for building effective communication within the IEP Team. Jenn Adams is a seasoned special education and general education teacher and the creative force behind Teach Love Autism. With 17 years of teaching experience, Jenn has dedicated most of her career to supporting students with autism and other special needs.

Jenn shares tips on setting up consistent communication systems, collaborating with school staff, addressing family concerns, managing emotional IEP meetings, and ensuring families can implement the IEP successfully. Tune in for actionable advice to support students with autism!

More from Jenn: https://teachloveautism.com/

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