One strategy I believe to be most important for me to incorporate in my future work as an elementary educator would be to reward a student with a disability with something they love to do. For instance, when Jane achieves earns five plus marks on her sight words, she is rewarded with extra music time. Her special educator will take ten minutes out of their busy curriculum and incorporate Jane’s favorite music into the day. Jane’s class will let loose with dancing and singing to her favor pop songs. Thus, I believe as a future educator I need to found out what my students love and allow them to enjoy that time. Students need to know I care, and I am attentive to their needs. This strategy will also help me gain student trust, which is a big key when teaching students with disabilities. Another strategy that I will take with me is having a set routine. While observing Jane, I noticed she responded better when her daily schedule is consistent, but once her routine is off, she tends to lose focus. Schedules can help students with disabilities manage time, feel safe, and understand what their daily expectations are. Therefore, when I set a schedule, I will do my best to stay on task. If I am on task or on time, my students will be able to stay
One strategy I believe to be most important for me to incorporate in my future work as an elementary educator would be to reward a student with a disability with something they love to do. For instance, when Jane achieves earns five plus marks on her sight words, she is rewarded with extra music time. Her special educator will take ten minutes out of their busy curriculum and incorporate Jane’s favorite music into the day. Jane’s class will let loose with dancing and singing to her favor pop songs. Thus, I believe as a future educator I need to found out what my students love and allow them to enjoy that time. Students need to know I care, and I am attentive to their needs. This strategy will also help me gain student trust, which is a big key when teaching students with disabilities. Another strategy that I will take with me is having a set routine. While observing Jane, I noticed she responded better when her daily schedule is consistent, but once her routine is off, she tends to lose focus. Schedules can help students with disabilities manage time, feel safe, and understand what their daily expectations are. Therefore, when I set a schedule, I will do my best to stay on task. If I am on task or on time, my students will be able to stay