The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals
Are you a teacher looking for support with students with diverse needs or behavior management in the classroom? Tune into The Misfit Behaviorists podcast, hosted by Caitlin Beltran, Audra Jensen, and Sami Brown, three BCBAs (and two special education teachers), as they bring you actionable tips to behavior reduction and skill acquisition. Listen to evidence-based strategies with a student-centered focus as they share practical advice for special education teachers, behavior support teachers, BCBAs, and ABA professionals.
Whether you're seeking advice or just want to laugh, new to the field or a veteran looking for a fresh perspective, tune in for this unique blend of professional expertise and real-life experience. Weekly episodes will be concise, because we know your time is limited! Don’t miss it!
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The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals
Ep. 8: Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month
Have you heard the term “pick your battles?” It’s not just a quip! Used thoughtfully and systematically, it can be an amazing tool in your behavioral toolbelt! It helps reduce power struggles, preserves energy (yours and theirs), prioritizes safety and core values, and creates opportunities for positive choices.
Join us as we discuss this and other ways to alleviate the power struggles with my friend and colleague Alicia Like, M.Ed., BCBA.
📝Takeaways :
- 🧩 April is Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month so things like puzzle piece symbols are front and center.
- The puzzle piece was historically associated with the idea that individuals with autism were "missing" a piece or were incomplete and was created without autistic input.
- ♾️ The infinity symbol represents the idea of infinite possibilities, reflecting the diversity of experiences within the autism spectrum. It emphasizes acceptance, understanding, and the celebration of neurodiversity. It was created by autistic individuals.
- Many people still embrace the puzzle piece and feel it is a fitting representation, but many people have chosen to use the infinity symbol instead.
- 💲There is a “dark side” of autism that is rarely talked about, in that individuals with severe autism have significant barriers, intensive needs that cause financial strain.
💎Today’s GEM: How do you choose to celebrate April in terms of Autism Awareness and Acceptance? Sound off in The Misfit Facebook Group!
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- Apple podcast | The Misfit Behaviorists
- Instagram | @themisfitbehaviorists
- YouTube | @themisfitbehaviorists
👋 Find us!
- Audra | ABA in School
- Caitlin | Beltran’s Behavior Basics
- Sami | B.A.S.S.
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