Hi, I’m Nikki —a passionate special educator, autism specialist, and founder of Teaching Autism. With over a decade of experience creating hands-on, engaging resources for educators worldwide, I’m here to make your teaching journey easier, more effective, and a lot more fun! With each episode, I’ll bring you practical tips, creative strategies, and inspiring insights to help you thrive in your autism and special education classroom. From tackling behavior challenges to creating meaningful lesson plans, we’ll dive deep into what works—and what doesn’t—in the world of special education. You’ll find: ✅ Real-world strategies you can use tomorrow. ✅ Expert advice for creating inclusive, student-centered classrooms. ✅ Honest conversations about the joys and challenges of teaching. ✅ Plenty of laughs, relatable moments, and inspiration to keep you going. Whether you’re a seasoned educator, new to special education, or simply looking to level up your teaching game, this podcast is your go-to resource for empowering yourself and your students. Join me on this journey, and let’s build better classrooms together! Hit “subscribe” and tune in to each episode to fill your teaching toolbox with fresh ideas, tools, and motivation. Let’s make teaching less stressful and a whole lot more impactful!

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Sensory Overload or Tantrum? Understanding the Difference 2025-10-31
Why We Should Stop Calling It “Challenging Behavior” 2025-10-23
Visual Supports Beyond the Schedule - How to Use Them Everywhere 2025-10-17
Handling Peer Conflict in a Neuro-Affirming Way 2025-10-10
Why I Don’t Agree with Taking Away Recess - And What to Do Instead 2025-10-03
Supporting Autistic Students with Transitions and Change 2025-09-26
How to Set Up a Visual Schedule That Actually Gets Used 2025-09-19
Using Scripts and Echolalia to Build Language Naturally 2025-09-12
Building Communication Skills Through Play 2025-09-05
How to Incorporate Core Vocabulary into Everyday Routines 2025-08-29
Why Sensory Breaks Aren’t “Breaks” - They’re Regulation Tools 2025-08-22
Sensory 101 – Understanding Your Students' Sensory Systems 2025-08-14
What to Do When Nothing Seems to Work: Behavior Troubleshooting 2025-08-07
Supporting Students with Aggression or Meltdowns - Without Punishment 2025-07-31
Creating Behavior Plans That Actually Work in SPED 2025-07-24
5 Easy Behavior Strategies You Can Start Using Tomorrow 2025-07-17
Why Is My Student Acting Out? Understanding Behavior as Communication 2025-07-10
Creating a Calm and Organized Learning Space 2025-07-03
Bringing Board Games into the Special Ed Classroom 2025-06-26
Using Task Boxes for Calm-Down Time and Regulation 2025-06-19
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