The Autism Helper
The Autism Helper, Inc. is dedicated to empowering those who support individuals with Autism by providing resources, tools, and methods to measure success. We aim to support teachers, parents, clinicians, and administrators. We share easy-to-understand strategies through our blog, podcast, and training videos. We provide in-depth training in our Continuing Education (CE) Courses, live events, and Professional Development Membership. We create engaging and high-quality academic resources and curricula for students of all ages and skill levels. Our goal is to bring value by focusing on positive behavior change, having high expectations, and utilizing data & evidence-based strategies.
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November can feel like a LOT for special education teachers. 💙
So here's your reminder: the small things you do matter.
What's one thing about your students or classroom that you're grateful for this week?
Let's fill the comments with a little encouragement for one another. 🧡
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Which type of fall activity gets your students MOST engaged?
Fine motor task boxes
Matching and sorting
Hands-on sensory activities
Functional life skills
We love finding ways to make learning meaningful and engaging! 🍂
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Let's celebrate progress!
What's one skill your student has become more independent with this year?
It could be completing a task, following a schedule, communicating a need, or transitioning between activities.
Big or small, every step forward matters. Share your win below! 👇
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Which support do your learners use most often?
First/then boards
Visual schedules
Timers and countdowns
Picture direction cards
Every learner is different! Which visual support is a staple in your classroom?
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What's ONE classroom tool or strategy that saves you time every single day?
Maybe it's a visual timer, a wireless doorbell, task boxes, or a simple classroom routine. 🔔
Share your favorite below. Let's help each other make teaching a little easier!
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Happy November, special education teachers! How are you feeling heading into a new month?
🍁 Ready for a fresh start
☕ Running on caffeine
🧩 Taking it one day at a time
🙌 Celebrating little wins
Tell us how your school year is going!
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Happy Halloween, teachers! 🎃👻
On a scale of 1–4, how are you feeling today?
🎃 1 — I need a nap
🍬 2 — Running on caffeine
👻 3 — We're making it work!
🧡 4 — Celebrating classroom wins!
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Special education teachers, we need to talk! What has been your BIGGEST classroom challenge this October?
Transitions
Behavior support
Keeping students engaged
Just surviving the schedule! 🙌
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Fill in the blank: My classroom would run SO much smoother if I could just ________!
Let’s share ideas and learn from each other.
Learn more about Michelle's go-to strategy for smooth, independent transitions here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0Pq_...
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When a student struggles with an unexpected change, what do you use FIRST?
👀 Visual support
🗣️ Verbal explanation
🔄 First/Then support
🧘 Regulation strategy
Build predictability in your classroom with Michelle's tips! Learn more here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6f5B...
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