Setting up a schedule in a self-contained classroom is one of the hardest parts of our job. But after years of trial an error, I have come up with a 6 step process that is tried and true that will help you set up your sefl-contained master schedule. #selfcontainedclassroom #specialeducationschedules #autismclassrooms

Are you setting up your self-contained classroom and are wondering what to use as visual boundaries? Read more to learn about...

Here are 20 center ideas that you can use for your self-contained classroom. I have it all listed out for you including pictures

There are so many working parts in a self contained or Autism Unit. Read MORE on what you can do to survive and thrive in a self contained classroom!

Wondering how to fit everything into your schedule in a self contained special needs classroom? I'm sharing my self contained class schedule and specifics on what each part of our school day looks like. Blog post at Mrs. D's Corner.

Listen to this Special Ed Podcast with 15 great ideas for Functional Centers for students with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism in High School. Read more and subscribe today!

Visual boundaries are a vital part of classroom setup. Let me show you how I utilize these visual boundaries in classroom!

Teaching self contained is a challenging but very important job! Are you up to it? Most of the time, and especially in my program, special education courses are all lumped together. They rarely focus on self contained, or more severe students. This usually leaves teachers scouring the internet or coming up with everything from scratch! […]

Being a new special education teacher can be overwhelming and stressful. Check out The FIRST thing to do as a new special ed teacher.

Whether it is back to school time or not, it’s never too late to arrange your special ed classroom layout to fit your needs. Today, I’m sharing must haves in my special education classroom. In my elementary special education classroom, I love to include a sensory area in the classroom and center areas in the classroom. I have included teacher tips for special education classroom organization that will help you feel successful. Check out my moderate to severe special education classroom!