Episode 58: Building Strong Partnerships with Paraeducators

In this episode, Alex shares practical ways to build a positive, productive partnership with the paraeducators in your classroom. Working alongside another adult isn't always something teachers are taught, but strong collaboration can make a huge difference for both you and your students.

✨ You'll learn:

• Why understanding your paraeducator's role and responsibilities matters
• How to create clear routines and shared responsibilities
• Why communication and appreciation strengthen your partnership
• How to avoid relying on paraeducators as the "behavior police"

💡 This episode will help you build a stronger working relationship with your paraeducators so your entire classroom can thrive.

🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned:

🎓 The P.L.A.Y. Course

Want to create a classroom where every adult can focus on supporting learning instead of constantly managing behavior? Inside the P.L.A.Y. Course, Alex shares the classroom management systems, routines, and strategies that help students become more independent, making it easier for teachers and paraeducators to work together as a team.

If you're looking to build a calmer classroom with stronger routines and more confident learners, the P.L.A.Y. Course will give you the step-by-step plan to make it happen.

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📚 Print and Play Club

Get ongoing classroom support with ready-to-use resources, classroom management trainings, and Poppy, your AI teaching assistant. Whether you need ideas for routines, behavior, or working with paraeducators, Poppy is there to help all year long.

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