Teaching is a complex profession. Teachers are more than educators; they are case managers for their students. Teachers often also serve as advocates and resources for the families of their students. Navigating through the multi-faceted work of teaching students with special needs can be an organized, yet flexible process with the right resources. Below, you will find resources from teachers and parents to support your role in the classroom each day.

Educator

Blogs

Growing Hands on Kids: https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/

This blog outlines so many ideas for growing the whole child! Focused on OT based skills, there are many ideas for motor skills, sensory, handwriting, and so much more!

Pink Oatmeal: https://www.pinkoatmeal.com/

Motor activities to keep kids moving!

And Next Comes L: https://www.andnextcomesl.com/

This blog centers around struggles that many children face growing up. Anxiety, ADHD, sensory processing, and more are discussed along with ideas to help children cope as they grow.

Sensory Spectrum: http://www.thesensoryspectrum.com/

An online sensory community with resources and discussion boards about different types of sensory processing throughout childhood.

Project Sensory: https://thesensoryproject.com/blogs/sensory-processing-disorder-and-adopted-kids

This blog incorporates ideas for "messy play" and ideas for sensory experiences to regulate a child's ability to process sensory input

Case Manager

The Sensory Child Gets Organized: This book will be a reliable resource for any teacher learning to teach children with sensory processing concerns.

A Work in Progress: One of the best resources for breaking down skills into manageable programs for children with Autism or learning deficits.

https://www.weareteachers.com/what-is-an-iep/ - This is a reliable blog source that outlines the basics of an IEP for new teachers.

Professional

• The National Association for Special Education Teachers (NASET) provides teachers with up to date resources and classroom ideas, advocacy information, and a monthly e-journal with educational statistics.

• The National Education Association provides guides for teaching exceptional children, children with multiple disabilities, and teaching children on the Autism spectrum