In this episode of Be The Exception in Special Education, we’re joined by Jenn from Teach Love Autism. She is a specialist renowned for her innovative strategies in teaching students with autism. Jenn takes us through the essential elements of setting up and managing independent work stations in the classroom, shedding light on why these tools are vital for fostering independence and supporting diverse learning needs.

In this episode you will learn about:

• Independent Work Stations Explained: What they are, why they work, and how they benefit students with autism.
• The Importance of Timing: Why implementing these stations in the first weeks of school is crucial for setting a positive tone for the year.
• Step-by-Step Setup: Jenn’s comprehensive guide to launching independent work stations effectively.
• Organizational Tips: How to keep your materials and resources in order for smooth operation.
• Training and Expectations: Strategies for teaching students how to use the stations and setting clear expectations.
• Personalization: How to adapt tasks to meet the individual needs of your students.
• Monitoring Progress: Methods for tracking and assessing the effectiveness of the work stations.

Links and Resources

FREEBIE: Independent Work Binder Sample

Independent Work Binders Bundle

Independent Work Task Starter Kit

Product: Task Card Bundle for All 4 Core Subjects!

Connect with Jenn

Teach Love Autism Facebook Page

Teach Love Autism Facebook Group

Teach Love Autism Instagram

Teach Love Autism Tik Tok

Teach Love Autism Pinterest

Connect with Dawn

Find me on IG

Find me on Tik Tok

Etsy Shop

TpT Store

Subscribe

Are you subscribed to my podcast? Trust me, you definitely want to do that so you don’t miss a thing! Click here to subscribe in iTunes!

Leave a Review

If you are loving the podcast, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other teachers find my podcast and I love hearing what you think about the podcast as well. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what part of the podcast you found to be the most helpful!