https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg en-us 2023-03-26 17:47:22 UTC 2025-10-22 18:16:27 UTC hello@padlet.com ruthmariedavis16 https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg/wish/2531946207 I was fortunate enough to be able to substitute three different times in the Life Skills Class at Swaney Elementary. These are students who have both physical and mental disabilities, most are non-verbal, and they require assistance with daily tasks. ]]> 2023-03-26 17:54:33 UTC https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg/wish/2531946207 ruthmariedavis16 https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg/wish/2531948672 The grade level for the life skills class was 3rd-5th grade. There were four students in the class this year. The classroom is set up to be a safe space for the students, it is clean and free of clutter. There are signs up around the classroom used as prompts for the students for things like the bathroom or transitioning to the next task. There are tables and chairs designated for work and a table and chairs that are designated for eating meals. And an area where the students can have their own space for a quiet time during the day.]]> 2023-03-26 17:58:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg/wish/2531948672 ruthmariedavis16 https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg/wish/2531951610 The teacher has created a program to meet the needs of each student as they are all at different levels and have different needs. Some of the students use a tablet as a talker to answer questions and communicate. Some students just needs prompts, and some needs help throughout the day with all of their tasks. There are videos and music used, and repetitive tasks that help the students master concepts. There is a teacher and two paras in the classroom, and the students will rotate through so that they each receive individual help and I found that to be very effective. ]]> 2023-03-26 18:04:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg/wish/2531951610 ruthmariedavis16 https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg/wish/2531953214 I learned that you need to think outside of the box and adapt to how students learn individually and try to incorporate a little bit of each learning style into your teaching so that the class as a whole has the best chance of succeeding. It is important to have patience with special needs learners and know that they will need accomodations in the classroom and do your best to meet their needs. ]]> 2023-03-26 18:07:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ruthmariedavis16/wae5kockmvwhbyqg/wish/2531953214