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So you wanna be a special education teacher
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items I am a new special education teacher focusing on EBD. I have been an aide in this room for 8 years and have completed my requirements. I believe in this space to be a resource for students when they need. I also like using colors to coordinate for ea...
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Classroom must haves
Classroom must haves
If you have carpet squares like I do in my classroom- these are a must! Tape can peel off after time and it also can ruin the carpet! These allow for you to mark spaces in your room while also being able to peel up and move if you need to!
Chuangdi 8 Rolls Nylon Carpet Marker Strips
I love to add these to things I have laminated and want to display on my whiteboards. I have used the strips before but cutting them is a hassel- these are ready to use!
Hyper-Sticky 0.8" Strong Magnetic Dots
These are on my wish list but my plan was to use them at the whiteboard near my desk to allow for leaving notes or work for my students
Henoyso 10 Pcs Magnetic File & Pen Holder
Each student will have one to keep their point/data sheets. The clear insert in the front allows for the student to decorate a paper to go inside or you can add the students class schedule on there!
Heavy Duty Plastic Folders w/ Clear Pocket - 18PCS
I love to use this to organize each students data binders or work binders. The wheels allow for easy moving around the room
Simple Trending 12 Tier Rolling File Cart Organizer
These are the best timers I have found to use for my classroom. Batteries are simple to change!
Weewooday 24 Digital Magnetic Kitchen Timers
I love to use these to display each areas CHAMPS expectations.
EHWINE Acrylic Sign Holder 8.5x11, 10 Pack
Since my classroom has many spaces that allow magnets to stick- I used these to hang lights, calendars, schedules, or anything on rings such as visual cards
Magnetic Hooks / Industrial Hooks
My cupboards are similar to this style and do not have locks. Adding these allows for my staff and I to lock things but using a universal code to unlock them
Urban August Cable Combination Lock for French Door Refrigerators
I use these in my calm down space. I will hang each one next to the space on a wall for students to use. I love these because they do not easily get ruined like many fidgets
MOTGOM 12 Labeled Sensory Mats - Textured ...
I love to use these for each student. Its a place they can keep their belongings that they leave in my space. They fit perfect in their cubbies as they enter the room
Chapter Book Bins - Rainbow - Set of 12
Because who doesnt need a label maker? These are handy when buying materials that are yours and organizing
P-touch Label Makers and Printers for Ribbons and Tape
These are nice again to display need to knows or schedules for each student. It allows for you to change out what is in it without ruining items
YixangDD 20 Pack Magnetic Sign Holder 8.5x11
I like to use these for students to color in each day to track their progress on goals.
12pcs Fundraising Thermometer Chart 16x22in
I use this to organize my whiteboard spaces. I have used colored masking tape and it tends to leave residue. This stuff does not do that
cridoz 15 Rolls 1/8 Whiteboard Pinstripe Tape
If you students are anything like mine they like to have the lights off with just the light from the windows coming in. But- we do not have many outlets nor is it always safe. These allow for the flexibility to be used anywhere for students!
2Pack Cordless Table Lamp, 5200mAh IP54 Waterproof
This series has so many different sets. They cover great areas of social skills. They also give lots of real life, kid focused strategies
Book Sets – Ninja Life Hacks - Growth Mindset
Julia Cook has so many great social skills books as well. What i love most about these are how easy it is to pull for last minute IEP goal time. They cover each topic from start to finish. So if you meet with a student and have a sub or need a para t...
Books
Anything zones of regulation is a great resource for students K-5. Its easier to divide emotions into the 4 colors and for students to identify a strategy!
The Zones of Regulation
I love these as well to pair with zones of regulation. I even found an ABC display that coordinates with this series!
A Little SPOT Series
If your students have mastered the zones of regulation this next curriculum is really great. Reminding students their reaction and their response should be the same
Size of the Problem