Starting the year strong with your paraprofessionals can make or break the flow of your classroom. One of the best ways to set the tone for success is by holding a clear, well-planned paraprofessional meeting at the beginning of the school year.
In this episode of Teach Task Box Inspire, Lisa walks you step-by-step through what to include in that first meeting. Here are a few highlights:
✅ Clarify roles and responsibilities – Everyone should know what’s expected and where they fit into daily routines.
✅ Build rapport – Strong relationships help create a supportive and positive classroom culture.
✅ Review systems – Go over schedules, behavior plans, and classroom procedures so your team is on the same page.
✅ Create a communication plan – Establish how and when you’ll check in, share feedback, and problem-solve together.
Whether you’re a brand-new teacher or a seasoned veteran, this framework will help you start the year with confidence. A well-structured paraprofessional meeting ensures your team feels valued, supported, and ready to work collaboratively for your students’ success.
👉 Ready to learn more? Tune in to the full episode of Teach Task Box Inspire and walk away with a ready-to-use framework for your first paraprofessional meeting.
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Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast is your go-to educational podcast dedicated to making your job as a special education teacher easier and more enjoyable. Your host, Lisa Hollady, is a veteran special education teacher with a passion for helping teachers like you make a real difference in the lives of your students.
In your demanding roles, you’re constantly juggling various responsibilities, from differentiated instruction and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to data collection, and, of course, teaching. That’s where task boxes come in.
Task boxes aren’t just teaching tools. They’re the key to unlocking student independence, student engagement, and personalized learning. Through this podcast, you’ll uncover the incredible task box benefits for your special needs students and practical implementation tips that you can take to your classroom.
Tune in each Monday for a new episode that will equip you with essential strategies and motivation to approach your week with confidence and enthusiasm. Topics will include task box activities, social and emotional development, adaptive teaching, inclusive teaching, supporting diverse learners, classroom management, scheduling, visual aids, and more.
If you’re looking for more special education resources and support to increase student independence, check out Lisa’s FREE training.
I am a High School, self-contained Autism teacher from Central New York, who is passionate about individualizing student learning. I am a mommy of three, lover of all things Disney, married to my best friend and addicted to chocolate!! I hope that you find great ideas and inspiration here, so welcome!!
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