Full Description
Those who enter the special education profession should be recognized as positive contributors to society. This book celebrates the many talents of special educators and how those talents are utilized throughout all facets of life. It provides an excellent view of the positive dispositions of special educators and can also be utilized by employers seeking to employ special educators who possess these dispositions. .
Contents
1 Foreward 2 Introduction 3 Myths about Special Educators 4 Tolerance 5 Empathy and Active Listening 6 The Ability to Build Relationships with Students 7 Recognition of Positive Actions 8 Addressing Discipline Challenges 9 Ability to Create Individualized Educational Plans 10 Ability to See Progress in Small Steps 11 Ability to Adapt 12 Ability to Focus on the Individual Needs of Others through Ongoing Assessment 13 Problem Solving 14 Collaboration 15 Advocacy and Empowerment 16 Family Support 17 Conclusion
