Special education lesson plans

Lesson planning in special education can be complicated. We often have multiple grades in one classroom not to mention the wide variety of skills and needs. Right?! I have tried many different lesson planning options and have never found the perfect fit. Here is how I write and organize lesson plans. This post may include […]

I teach in a self contained special education classroom. My students are with me more than 60% of the day. In my 11 years of teaching, one thing that has been a struggle since the beginning is the lack of curriculum. I have ALWAYS been told the curriculum should be driven by the IEP goals and I 100% agree! However, I need teaching resources to help with classroom organization, lesson planning and keeping on track with alternative assessments. Check out these curriculum map resources!

A special education teacher organizational dream. This Sped teacher binder is full of forms and organizational tools to keep all of your special education documentation and data collection in one place. Full of IEP caseload information, student accomodations, IEP snapshots, IEP meeting prep, Lesson plans and more.

Are you struggling trying to find functional life skills curriculum in your special education classroom? Read on to learn more...

Special education teachers and regular education teachers can use these websites to help students on all levels! Great for intervention supports, behavior plans, understanding disabilities, progress monitoring, developing lesson plans, and more. #pathway2success #specialeducation

Have you been struggling to find a way to engage all of your students in writing activities? These daily writing journals are the perfect solution. Today I am sharing how to prep and organize these daily writing journals for your special education students. I talk about how to color code the journals along with how to pick the right level for your students. These writing prompts are great for writing time, morning work, and independent work stations. Learn how to prep them today!

Technology can be such an AMAZING resource in the special education classroom. iPads, tablets and AAC devices can help students communicate, access curriculum, create and use visual schedules, and learn basic math and reading skills. But, as a special education teacher, it can be hard to know what apps you should be using in your special education classroom. So, here are 10 of my favorite apps to use with special education students.

Lesson planning in a self-contained classroom can be tricky. Let me show you a look inside a week of my lesson plans!

Lesson Plans for Special Education Teachers

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Are you looking for examples of lesson plans in special education? Creating lesson plans for special education students doesn’t have to be a daunting task. From visual aids and hands-on activities, to cooperative learning and problem-solving exercises, there are many ways to engage learners in unique lesson plans specifically tailored to their needs.

Setting up an IEP work bin system can feel overwhelming! Here are some easy ways to do it so that your students can quickly work on goals!

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One of the best feelings about starting a new school year is getting organized. Even if it is just for 0.2 seconds. That feeling that everything is one place and your paperwork is nice and neat. Yes, I know, that is a perfect world, but a girl can dream. Being a special education teacher, brings […]

Being a new special education teacher can be overwhelming and stressful. Check out The FIRST thing to do as a new special ed teacher.

Many autism and self-contained teachers think that their classrooms don't need autism lesson plan activities.

Check out these different ideas on how to create an engaging group lesson for your lower level special education students!