As you work to deliver a lesson to a room of children with varying needs, you will also need to figure out how to work with the special education teacher who has joined your classroom. Although this partnership might seem challenging at first, you will find that it offers lots of opportunities for enriching your lessons and meeting the needs of your students. Today's classrooms are filled with students that have a wide range of learning levels and styles. To deal with these discrepancies, modifications to your lesson plans are a must. Luckily for you, there is a trained professional in your classroom.
Modifications are a special educator's specialty.
Before starting a unit, review it with the special educator. He or she can pinpoint the problem areas for specific children and make appropriate modifications. Lesson planning has turned into a difficult and time-consuming task. Don't forget that a special educator has probably written hundreds of lesson plans. Behavior Management With the increased awareness of ADHD and the inclusion of students with behavioral needs, behavior management is crucial.