As I reflect on my professional situation, the Epic Win that addresses my state of affairs need is, ‘Success is to be measured against the level of challenge’. Walking into the school for the first time as a teacher that cold January morning was one of the proudest and most nerve wracking of my life. I 'd completed my final teaching practice, had graduated from Valdosta State University only three weeks before and now found myself entering into a contractual teaching career. I was lucky enough to be employed to teach in a school I had done my final teaching in whilst training. Stepping in as a new teacher half the year presented its challenges, but nothing in comparison to my first full year of teaching. Within my first full year of teaching,
This student is Tier 3 for behavior and academics. At this level, this student receives individualized, intensive interventions that target his skill deficits. Once the student continues to not show the desired level of progress in response to these targeted interventions are then referred for a comprehensive evaluation and considered for eligibility for special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004). To avoid having this student tested into special education, I spend many days researching strategies and intervention to assist in this child’s progress. The many challenges I faced with this student on the daily, better prepares me for the next day. Roadblocks to accomplishing change within this student are his behavior, lack of motivation and his willing to simply try. Because of his behavior, he gets written up many times and half the time it’s by other teachers, meaning he is spending more time out of the classroom, yet in some sort of suspension. This Epic Win helps me to re-focus my energies on another path and improve my game plan while seeking personal development. With the many challenges I face and will continue to face, I will become stronger and the lessons learned will make me
I especially enjoyed his nugget that said, ‘the best become the best because they never stop learning.’ I consider myself a lifelong learner. I believe one of the best things about life is that we never have to stop learning. Every interaction I have is a chance to learn something. There are always new skills to learn and techniques for us to embrace and adopt. When you look at the most successful people in the world, they understand this. One of the best feelings in the world is teaching others what I 've learned. Not only will it affect the person I’m teaching, but I have hope that they, in turn, will teach others. Desiring to become a leader, learning need to a part of my culture. A way to start this is by teaching others what you 've learned over time. I want to become such a great teacher that my company can run itself without me
The way a leader is defined and remembered is not only through his actions and accolades, his followers and the leaders he developed also go into a leader’s legacy. Much like a legendary football coach, whose coaching tree goes on to do great things, I desire to join an organization that not only assist in my development as a leader, but also facilitate in the development of others as well. How could I contribute to the development of leaders? My largest contribution will come from my experience of being the United States military, where I was not only trained how to become an efficient leader, I was also taught on how to facilitate the growth and development of others leaders as well. I am able to accurately assess and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of an individual and assist in the development of a plan of action to address these areas. One of my personal beliefs is that vast knowledge is useless unless it is passed down to someone. With that being said I take every opportunity possible to share any knowledge that has helped me along the way.
Graziano’s article over the handling of his son’s disability in the classroom also involves issues that relate to teachers detecting signs of mental illness in the classrooms, how teachers identify a behavioral troubled child, and training school counselors on the Section 504 policy that are all happening in the world today. Realizing these issues can help parents with giving their child the best out of their education and can also help teachers understand the importance of their relationship with students. Everyone should have the opportunity for a brighter future and having a learning disability should not be the end of the road for any student.
As the time approached, my attitude toward student-teaching was one of confidence and in some ways overconfidence. I believed that I was equipped with all of the tools necessary to be a superior teacher. Little did I know what truly goes on behind the scenes of a teacher. Between grading papers, attending meetings, and preparing lessons, I would often feel overwhelmed. Still, student teaching would prove to be much more valuable than I anticipated. It would teach me to appreciate the wisdom of mentors and experienced teachers, value or being organized and prepared, and lastly the resilience of students.
Did you know that over two thirds of special education students receive services for non-mental health issues, among these students 17% have serious behavior as well as emotional issues compared to over 51% of special education students with mental health issues and 4% of students not in special education (Pastor and Ruben)? My research paper will first explain what Special Education actually is and it will focus on the issues that arise when disciplinary actions are called for and what is to be considered the most appropriate and effective forms of discipline in special education. It will also cover the most common issues that arise in special education as well as what strategies are effectively administered to solve these issues. My research paper will also take an in-depth look into special education students with non-mental health issues. It also will look at some misconceptions of special education students.
The students in our classrooms, both special education and general education classrooms, require individualized education to reach their full potential. Each child’s potential is different just as each child’s road to reach it is different. Our job as teachers is to be there for the student’s to help them reach their potential through their own unique way.
Two years ago, I embarked on a journey that would teach me more than I had ever imagined. As a recent college graduate, I was thrilled to finally begin my teaching career in a field I have always held close to my heart. My first two years as a special education teacher presented countless challenges, however, it also brought me great fulfillment and deepened my passion for teaching students with special needs. The experiences I have had both before and after this pivotal point in my life have undoubtedly influenced my desire to further my career in the field of special education.
Special education includes addressing students’ academic needs as well as their behavioral needs. A student with a disability is not exempt from disciplinary measures, as students with can suspended and even expelled from the school environment. More specifically, students with emotional disturbance can display maladaptive behaviors. These maladaptive behaviors can generate unsafe learning environments. More importantly, the creation of an effective behavior intervention plan (BIP) is imperative. The development of a BIP can aid in the reduction of maladaptive behaviors, thus decrease the likelihood of a suspension or expulsion. My current role as a special education program specialist permits the
Teachers are a very important aspect of children and adult learners’ lives. Educator professionals’ work is inextricably linked to the success of students, schools, and states. The shortage of teachers is increasing due to some having a lack of certification and being qualified. This paper will address the shortage of special education teachers, the shortage of teachers in rural areas, and other educators; also, how to recruit and retain teachers who are already in the teaching profession and what contributes to the decreasing numbers of teachers.
It is Important to remain teachable before, during and after your leadership position. With leadership comes great responsibility. I have been blessed with a great work ethic, I was disciplined with as a Child and bringing it into my young adult years has helped me a lot. My passion has been in Early Childhood, my passion is what drives me to be the leader I want to be. Every leader should want to lead to where their followers surpass themselves.
A central task for all concerned with enhancing quality and standards in schools is, therefore, not only to have a better understanding of what influences teachers’ resilience over the course of a career, but also the means by which the resilience necessary for these to be sustained may be nurtured in the contexts in which they work and live. (Gu, 2014, p. 522)
Advocates with strong leadership skills are thus present across industries and public service, expanding our impact. One of the ways we show leadership is to grow by constantly reflecting on ways to improve. This aspect of leadership has been important to me throughout my career in education. Teachers should be learning along with their students in order to improve their practice. Knowing this is what led me through my first two years of teaching.
Leaders can have a powerful impact on the futures of many, and the way in which one approaches leadership is paramount to the type of impact one will have. Continual growth in the areas of knowledge I have and seek to acquire, as well as recognizing my leadership style and utilizing my personal strengths to the fullest, is vital to the successful implementation of my personal philosophy of leadership.
Along these two weeks we have been prompt to make a recall to our own way of learning and why we became a teacher: Was it because coincidence, due to life circumstances, maybe because family tradition, was it a conscious decision or because someone influenced us? Whatever the answer is, we have to face reality and be conscious that being a teacher does not only means to teach a lesson and asses students learning. It requires playing the different roles a teacher must perform whenever is needed and required by our learners, identify our pupils needs and preferences, respecting their integrity and individuality but influencing and motivating them to improve themselves and become independent.
Special education is an incredibly important, but often underappreciated aspect of education. There is a stigma around individuals with disabilities, that leads people to assume those in special education are less capable or smart as their peers in in a strictly traditional classroom setting. That could not be farther from the truth though, and the individuals in special education are just as capable of learning and maturing in to successful adults. As a future teacher, I was not really aware of how little I knew about special education until I enrolled in this course. This course has helped change and shape my views of special education, and helped me gain a better understanding of what exceptional children are and how I can better serve them
Mindsets of staff, teachers, and parents must be willing to try inclusive models. Administrative support is largely helpful when transitioning to these models (Idol, 2006). Cooperation between teachers, schools, and districts can make this process easier because it streamlines the process and standardizes practices across multiple settings (Houtveen & Van de Grift, 2001). Early interventions, whether targeted skills practice or behavioral interventions, also help educators make early advances with students which lessens the burden on special education in later years (Houtveen & Van de Grift, 2001). Finally, creating a universal design can help all student succeed and will help intervene early for students with unidentified learning disabilities (Idol, 2006).