Teaching Autism and Special Education by Nikki

Play isn’t “just play” - it’s one of the most powerful ways to support communication growth. In this episode, we’re diving into how to turn everyday play moments into opportunities for language, conne...

Core vocabulary isn’t just a buzzword, it’s one of the most powerful tools we can use to help our students communicate, connect, and grow. But here’s the problem: too often, AAC and core boards end up...

Ever been told your students are “just getting out of work” when they take a sensory break? Or that they “need to learn to sit still”? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why sensory breaks aren’t l...

👋 Episode Summary Hey friends! In this episode of Teaching Autism and Special Education, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood (but hugely important) parts of student behavior: sensory proc...

👋 Episode Summary Hey lovely humans! Ever had one of those “I’ve tried everything and NOTHING is working” moments? Yeah… same. In this episode of Teaching Autism and Special Education, I’m breaking d...

👋 Episode Summary Hey hey, welcome back to Teaching Autism and Special Education! Today, we’re talking about one of the toughest (and most misunderstood) parts of our job, supporting students through...

👋 Episode Summary Hey friends! Today we’re getting into the real stuff, behavior plans that actually work. Not just the ones that check a box or look good at a meeting, but plans that truly support o...

👋 Episode Summary Hey hey! In this episode of Teaching Autism and Special Education, we’re keeping it simple, practical, and real, because let’s face it, none of us have time for behavior plans that ...

👋 Episode Summary Hey friends! In today’s episode, we’re diving into something we all deal with in the classroom: challenging behavior. But here’s the thing, what we often call “acting out” is actual...

Hey friend! In this episode, I’m talking all about something that has completely transformed my classroom (and my sanity!) over the years - creating a calm and organized learning space. If your class...