Nicole Barrion, M.Ed.
Lead Special Education Instructional Specialist in Alexandria City Public Schools and Founder of Educational Consulting Group: Teach All, Reach All, LLC
Did You Know:
- Only 17% of general education teachers feel very well prepared to teach children with mild to moderate learning disabilities.
- 51% of teachers who have recently abandoned their teaching careers report that the primary reason for leaving was student behavior.
- 76% of schools also reported an increase in staff voicing concerns about their students exhibiting symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Retaining teachers, especially effective teachers, has become even more of a struggle than ever before. Teachers of inclusive classrooms are at increased risk of burnout, as they work with students with disabilities and oftentimes students with challenging behavior.
When teachers have the structures in place to implement best practices and are supported with co-teaching and inclusion, they are more likely to remain in the profession.
This webinar will provide administrators and district-level staff with the necessary tools to reduce obstacles and support your teachers of inclusive classrooms.
Learning Objectives
- Determine critical components that impact the efficacy of inclusive classes in order to establish the necessary structures for teacher and student success.
- Identify the look-fors in inclusive and co-taught classrooms and how to provide opportunities for teachers to implement best practices.
- Identify strategies to support and retain your teachers of inclusive classes.
Presenters
Nicole Barrion has served in the educational field for over 25 years, supporting students, teachers and administrators through engaging and differentiated techniques. As a specialist in inclusive practices within urban, diverse school divisions for the past 15 years, Nicole has helped develop and employ strategic plans to propel schools in creating effective inclusive environments.
She has presented at national conferences to share strategies and tools, including several presentations with the leading international consultant on co-teaching, Dr. Marilyn Friend. She has also authored various online courses for educators, as well as consulted with schools. As the founder of Teach All, Reach All, LLC, Nicole provides consulting services and professional development on co-teaching, specially designed instruction (SDI), and developing well-written IEPs.
She is passionate about working alongside educators and administrators as an instructional coach, ensuring effective implementation of best practices in special education to foster positive outcomes for students with disabilities.
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