Weekly Recap: PD Sale for Teachers
Weekly Recap: PD Sale for Teachers
+ Dr. Emily on Think Inclusive, HER Collective and Neurodiversity Advocate Podcasts this week
On the Learn with Dr. Emily podcast this week…
While working in the classroom as a teacher in both special education and general education settings, and in helping her own kids learn to read, Melissa Jackson started to notice that the teaching methods she had been taught in teacher prep courses didn't work equally with neurotypical and neurodivergent learners.
Melissa joined me on the podcast this week to discuss the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in traditional educational settings, advocating for a strengths-based approach, and emphasizing the importance of collaboration between educators and parents.
We talk about early intervention for children with learning differences, emotional regulation for individuals with ADHD, and task management strategies.
For Teachers…
The Neurodiverse Classroom® training (6 hours PD) is 20% OFF through Friday!
Teachers: I know you want professional development that is up-to-date, full of practical strategies to implement in your classrooms, and most importantly, worth your time. I created this training just for you!
Join me as I share my knowledge of child psychology, neurodivergence, and mental health to help you understand how anxiety impacts learning, prevent student overwhelm, and learn more about how to respond to behavior when it happens.
Here is what you get when you enroll in The Neurodiverse Classroom®:
Forever access to 6 hours of video content & printable worksheets for each lesson
Access to the STUDENTS ONLY Facebook group where you can learn from like-minded colleagues
Certificate of completion of 6 hours of professional development
This professional development training is 20% off, which makes it ~$39/hour. Join the 2024 cohort of teachers who will learn with me this summer
Enroll before Friday (May 31st) to receive 20% off at the link.
For Parents…
This week, we’re talking about how we support our physical and mental wellness, especially as parents raising neurodivergent kids.
Join the thread and share how you take care of yourself while parenting and what you’re still trying to find a solution for.
Help each other out with a suggestion if you have an idea to share. Sharing ideas is how we make change!
* Advice threads are for paid subscribers. Come join us with a free trial to unlock all advice threads at the link!
Dr. Emily on three podcasts this week…
Understanding Behavior in Education: Shifting Perspectives and Supporting Students
This week I was invited onto the Think Inclusive podcast, to talk about the shifting landscape of educational support for behavior in schools. In the episode, we uncover strategies educators can utilize to anticipate and mitigate disruptive behaviors through rooted comprehension of each child’s unique needs.
Keep reading below for some key takeaways:
The transition from a deficit model to a more compassionate, neurodiversity-focused approach has reshaped support for student behavior.
Functional behavior assessments and intervention plans need to align with the child’s developmental stage for them to be successful.
Preventing disruptive behaviors involves understanding the underlying motives and patterns rather than focusing solely on the behaviors themselves.
Educators must strive to create classroom environments where students feel safe learning, expressing themselves, and navigating challenges.
Embracing inclusive educational practices calls for training programs that prepare teachers to support an increasingly neurodiverse student population.
A Mom’s Guide to Supporting Neurodivergent Children and Teens
This episode, from the Mama Needs a Moment podcast of Her Health Collective, is for moms and teachers with neurodivergent kids!
We emphasize understanding each child's unique needs, creating a supportive environment, and challenging traditional expectations in education.
This episode is for you if you are looking for:
Parenting strategies for children with developmental delays.
Parenting a neurodivergent child, self-care practices for parents.
Parenting strategies for addressing children's emotional questions at night.
Adapting educational system for neurodiverse students.
Homework challenges for neurodivergent children and alternative approaches to support independent learning.
US education system challenges and potential solutions, including teacher support and flexible learning options.
Special education, IEPs, and navigating school systems.
How Classroom Anxiety Follows Us Into Adulthood
Melissa Jackson hosted me on her podcast this week to talk about how we both experienced a lot of anxiety in the classroom as kids that followed us into adulthood. Keep listening to our conversation below as we discuss our experience from an educational, parental, and experiential perspective.
Bring me to your school in-person!
In-person professional development focused on neurodiversity, mental health, and reframing behavior!
*Dr. Emily pictured here with Powell Elementary School in Raleigh, NC
School Administrators: If you’re excited about the opportunity to create a school culture where your entire staff feels confident to support the neurodivergent learning needs and social emotional wellness of all students, you’re in the right place!
Parents: If you know of a school who would like to host me for professional development, you can learn more and contact my team below!