Curious how those with paras run your room. Are your paras equals or is there a hierarchy? Have a new one who talks to parents and tells them about their students day and everything that went on befor… more

I just had a frustrating meeting with a parent about her student's needs. Sometimes I feel like just because I'm her case manager, doesn't mean I have the answer to any and all of her spec… more

Before summer I posted that I was nervous about our new principal, but one month in to the school year and I can thankfully say that he is actually a great principal! Time will tell if he'll keep … more

Sunday morning and I already feel like my weekend went by way too fast. Would the school system ever implement a 4-day school week? I imagine the adult working world would need a 4-day work week to ma… more

The post below got me thinking... how much time do you have to browse your phone during the work day in the school that you're at? I work with someone who complains about how much her teen is usin… more

Phones at school. I know how distracting phones are at school. Our district has not fully gone into a phone free classroom policy, per se.
I hear we’re getting push-back from kids (boo hoo) and parents. I thought may… more

What does it even mean when someone says they're going to be a "little late" to a meeting? To me it is no longer than 1-10 minutes late, but apparently it meant 25 minutes late to a pare… more

I have a sick 1-year-old going on day 3 of a fever at home, so I took the day off to try and help him get better. I then found out I am only allotted two sick days to take care of sick family members … more

One of the posts below got me thinking... has anyone tried offering their Sped services via video conference? Whether it is behavior, speech, etc.? I have done it a few times, and honestly, I don'… more

I'm only a few years into my teaching career but I just realized I don't really have a solid plan for retirement. I think I will probably get some sort of pension but is there anything else I … more

It's crazy how the universe always seems to even things out. Last year we had several students move out of boundaries and so I thought my caseload would significantly decrease this year. Since sch… more

Any tips for pain mitigation while working? I have been having shoulder/neck pain I have been dealing with, but the doctor said it probably won't go away for several more weeks. As you all know, b… more

Does anyone else use Donor's Choose? My district has been matching donations this year which has been really nice, but I heard some districts really discourage it. I'm really grateful for it b… more

I am teaching SPED Social Studies and need curriculums. Who can guide me to a good set for special needs kiddos? Suggestions welcome.

Just when things were starting to click for my home life... my garden I have been working on with my husband got destroyed in a hail storm last night. So, so sad! This was something I always looked fo… more

I'm looking for a Special Education Teacher position in the 76028 zip code area or near by counties in Texas
I have a Master's Degree - Reading Specialist PK-12 certification.

Hi all,

Asking for resources for books/resources that dive into ODD and strategies to support students that are demand avoidant to the point that they exhibit destructive behavior. Willing to listen to podcasts to… more

Our school will have a 2nd/3rd grade split class this year. While not super uncommon, it definitely doesn't seem to be very popular. My husband was almost in a split-level class growing up, but hi… more

Have you ever gotten to upgrade your room/office? I got permission to move into a new speech room for this school year and WOW it makes my old room look like a broom cupboard! I now have a window, a p… more

First day back today, and so far, my workload will be significantly less than last year, which will be much needed, as I want to have a better work/life balance this year. We won't be seeing stude… more

What are everyone’s caseloads like? And How many students are you the folder holder for? My caseload last year was about 70, and I was the folder holder for about 46. But a program left our school so… more

Trying to plan my first day back with students. Does anyone have any games or activities that they love to do and that the kids enjoy? Want to have a solid start to this year.

I’m sad that I’m entering my last full week of break. I go back to work next Friday. Anyone else go back earlier than that? Why does it feel like the school year keeps starting earlier and earlier? Wh… more

Anyone work in a STEAM School?

How many copies do you get per month at your school? We get 800 per copier. We only get black and white. I wish we got color! I only use “the good” copy machine. I never run out of copies. Usually onl… more

How much money per year do you get to fund your class room?

I just finished my first home improvement project using power tools. I’m feeling pretty productive about my summer. I’m never able to get anything done around the house during the school year. Anyone … more

Our district might be splitting in a couple years. There is supposed to be a vote for it on this years ballot. Has anyone ever dealt with a district split? I work what my pay and benefits would be lik… more

What is the Amazon create the list about?

With the 4th now having come and past, I am now halfway through my summer break. I’m trying to enjoy it but it is going way too fast! What are some ways I can maximize my enjoyment these last few week… more

Our district gives us a certain amount of paid professional hours per year. We make a plan and then we can receive that pay whenever we complete the hours. I use mine every year to cover the work I ha… more

If you could go back and tell yourself one thing at the start of your career, what would it be? I think I would tell myself that prioritizing my mental health is more important than any task or deadli… more

Heading out on my first trip of the summer!! Just a weekend lake trip with the fam. But I’m excited we are finally going somewhere. I feel like summer doesn’t feel as rejuvenating if you don’t at leas… more