Autism Classroom Setup PART 2: Staff & Student Zones

In this series, follow Jen, a seasoned special education teacher, as she reveals her expert tips for creating an ideal K1-2 autism classroom setup. Discover how Jen strategically organizes the learning environment to enhance student success and support staff efficiency. In this second installment, Jen delves into the importance of student-specific and staff-specific zones, fostering independence, and ensuring seamless access to essential materials throughout the day. Don't miss out on this transformative journey that revolutionizes the way we approach special education classroom design!
Is there something specific you'd like to see in Jen's classroom this back-to-school season? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for part 3!
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[@bridge1872]

Can you share how you assemble the magnetic schedules ? I would like to know what I need to purchase to create them Thanks 😊

[@theautismhelper]

I print the schedules, laminate them, then cut them out. I add magnetic tape like this (www.walmart.com/ip/Go-Create-Peel-Stick-Adhesive-Magnetic-Strips-18-Count/19[…]NRniXfNL1H_2XJlNz_Wd366Y769bUGCuqrEaAg5-EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds) on the backs so they are ready to go! The movable pieces are all done with velcro, so the only part that magnets is the schedule template. ~ Jen

[@nydirrawilliams8381]

I’m going into my first year as an Autistic support teacher but this’ll be my 4th year teaching.. I’ve done 1st grade gen Ed for 2 years, 5th grade learning support sped and K-2 Autistic support 23/24.. 5th grade was a huge switch and I prefer early elementary.. however, I am concerned about teaching routines and procedures. What does teaching routines and procedures look like in a k-2 classroom? I noticed your visuals but do you take time In the beginning of the year to practice?

[@theautismhelper]

Definitely! The first two weeks of school are all about routines and reinforcement!

[@mariluhernandez6448]

Can you show how you use you promethean board for morning meeting or whole group. We just got one and I’m used to using google slides. Just got the job so limited info about this on KZbin. I want to embed videos to practice making choices, taking turns, etc.

[@theautismhelper]

That's a great request! Stay tuned for Parts 3 & 4 of this series, Jen will touch on that! 🙂

[@Jennie81180]

Can’t wait for the morning routine!

[@SnowPrincessSally]

Hello! My name is Sally, I'm an autistic woman who hopes to become a teacher someday. I'll be graduating high school in June and hope to eventually teach kindergarten. I have a more mild form of autism where there are fewer indicators, but I wonder if being on the spectrum itself would be helpful for when I have students with autism, as I'd be able to relate to them better. However, I have nothing to base this on because the autistic people I do know either are around my age (my best friend and another very close friend) or were adults my whole life (my one aunt and my mom).

[@theautismhelper]

Hi Sally! I do think that you'd be able to see things from a unique perspective and that may help you be able to advocate for your students and their needs. Best of luck! ❤️

[@Novbaby]

Can we see your classroom theme . I know we have to be careful with colors we pick but I was going for a donut them or crayon them i don’t know

[@theautismhelper]

I don't really have a theme - I go for bright colors that I can use again and again instead of a theme so it's easier to incorporate items into my classroom 😊 ~Jen