 | Loving Your Job in Special Education: 50 Tips and Tools Subjects: Education; K-12 Resources; Inclusion and Special Education; Teachers & Teacher Education; Higher Education; K-12 Teachers ; Teaching & Learning; Students with Special Needs; New Teachers and Teacher Training; Motivation and Inspiration for Teachers; Burnout runs rampant in education, particularly in the field of special education, and has only increased with the rise of virtual and remote learning. This book compiles 50 evidence-based strategies and practices to help special educators enjoy their work for the long haul. You'll discover new ways to work with families, manage your classroom, teach in culturally responsive ways, and prioritize self-care. Each chapter includes an opening vignette, key themes supported by research, and five reproducible tools to put into immediate practice. With strategies and tools to ensure classroom fun and satisfaction, this book reminds special education teachers of the life-changing work they do every day and is essential for teachers of any level. Rachel R. Jorgensen is a special educator, college professor, and educational writer with a special interest in empowering learners with special needs. She has spent nearly 20 years in the special education classroom and continues to enjoy her daily work with her students. |
