Professionalism
What are the steps to take if you get injured at work?
*Report ALL injuries immediately to the teacher
*Visit the school nurse if injured
*Complete an incident report
*Call your agency/IU if additional treatment is needed
What does ASD stand for?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
This is what AAC stands for
What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication?
This type of language is hard for a student with Autism to understand
What is Sarcasm?
When are Chapter 14 hours due?
No later than June 30th but agencies usually require them before the school year ends. July 1st begins the new school year as far as trainings.
DAILY DOUBLE - Name 5 things that make this para dressed appropriately for work
Badge, closed toed shoes, shirt doesn't show midriff, no inappropriate logos, no hood, no dangling jewlery
A student's disability does not mean they cannot learn, make choices, or become....
What is independent?
True or False
The AAC device should only be used for "work" not fun activities.
False
Use the AAC to tell jokes, play and to have fun as well as to communicate for work
A student is working independently and appears calm and focused. What is the best course of action for the para?
What is
observe and give the student appropriate space
give quick, quiet encouragement
Found on Vector Solutions is a 2 hour safety training that is due EVERY Year. Hint - you do the 1 hour in-person part at Opening Day.
What is ACT 55?
You have a great day with a student and want to post a picture or story about it on your personal social media. You cannot do this because it violates
What is confidentiality?
DAILY DOUBLE - Identify 5 safety hazards in the image
One of the most important things a paraeducator can do when supporting a student who uses an AAC device
What is
Make sure the device is charged and accessible
When helping a student complete a task, this type of support provides only the assistance needed and should be reduced as the student becomes more successful.
What is prompting?
How often do you need to be re-certified in CPR?
What is every 2 years?
A teacher gives you feedback about how you are supporting a student. You believe your current approach is working well and disagree with the teacher's suggestion. What is the most professional way to respond?
What is - respectfully listen to the feedback, ask questions to understand the teacher's reasoning, and follow the agreed-upon team plan?
A student performs a task successfully in one classroom but struggles to perform the same task in a different setting. What could be a reason for this?
Differences in environment, expectations, sensory input, or how the task is presented may affect performance.
Using the student's AAC system yourself while talking to the student is know as?
What is “modeling” with AAC?
DAILY DOUBLE - Using this strategy helps someone to
What is regulate emotions?
Why is annual training important for paras?
What is
staying current or knowing best practices
When we know better, we do better
Opening Week, I talked about teamwork and "creating your Panther DEN". DEN stands for Dedicate,
What is Encourage and Nurture?
A student becomes upset when the classroom schedule suddenly changes. Name two supportive responses you can give.
What is...
Provide a clear explanation of the change
Provide an agreeable substitution
Validate their uncomfortable feelings
DAILY DOUBLE - Name 3 mistakes the para is making while working with this student
Para distracted by her phone
Para pointing/directing the student's response
Not allowing enough wait time
Talking while the student is communicating
AAC device positioned in a way that prioritizes the adult's access rather than the student's
Prompting, modeling and reinforcing appropriate academic, communication, social and behavioral skills are all examples of
What is Active Engagement?
A paraeducator is asked to perform a task that is directly related to their student's IEP goals. The para has questions. What is the chain of command in the classroom for who they should ask for guidance?
Who is
teacher
RBT
paraeducator