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Ep. 47: Managing Paras in Special Education: Building Teamwork, Accountability, and Clear Boundaries
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Working with paras in special education classrooms can be both rewarding and challenging. In this episode, Audra and Caitlin share practical strategies for creating a positive, productive environment for paras, fostering teamwork, and addressing common issues like problem behaviors and resistance to change.
✨ Key Takeaways
- 📝 Set clear expectations: Overcommunicate and provide written resources like para binders for clarity.
- 🌟 Acknowledge strengths: Reinforce and assign tasks that align with your paras' skills while preventing burnout.
- 🛑 Address issues early: Redirect problem behaviors quickly and document actions for accountability.
- 🤝 Respect and teamwork: Approach paras with respect and encourage collaboration through team-building activities.
- 🔄 Support growth: Provide feedback, training, and creative solutions to address challenges like cliques or inexperience.
📚 Resources
- 🖼️ FREE Visuals from the episode today
- 🗂 Caitlin's Staff Training & Para Binder: This bundle includes the perfect professional development resources to help staff feel prepared to accommodate these learners.
- 🎥 Modeling Techniques: Use in-class opportunities to demonstrate best practices for paras.
- 📋 Documentation Tips: Track issues and interventions for clarity and communication with admin.
- 🤗 Random Acts of Gratitude: Small gestures, like bagels or coffee, can boost team morale.
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