Instructional Material

This item is designed to be downloaded by professional development personnel for use in training of paraprofessional staff. Materials may be used as is or customized. Two documents are available related to this session: a Power Point Presentation and the associated handout packet. The Power Point contains trainer notes. The handout packet in word contains participant activities and any additional resources related to this session. This session focuses on the skill and knowledge areas of Standard #3: Individual Learning Differences. These areas are: 3K1.Rights and responsibilities of families and children as they relate to individual learning needs. 3K2: Indicators of abuse and neglect. 3S1: Demonstrate sensitivity to the diversity of individuals and families.

This item is designed to be downloaded by professional development personnel for use in training of paraprofessional staff. Materials may be used as is or customized. Two documents are available related to this session: a Power Point Presentation and the associated handout packet. The Power Point contains trainer notes. The handout packet in word contains participant activities and any additional resources related to this session. This session focuses on the skill and knowledge areas of Standard #5: Learning Environments and Social Interactions. These areas are: 5K1: Demands of various learning environments. 5K2: Rules and procedural safeguards regarding the management of behaviors of individuals with exceptional learning needs. 5S1. Establish and maintain rapport with learners. 5S2. Use universal precautions and assist in maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment. 5S3. Use strategies for behavior management as directed. 5S4. Use strategies as directed, in a variety of settings, to assist in the development of social skills.

This item is designed to be downloaded by professional development personnel for use in training of paraprofessional staff. Materials may be used as is or customized. Two documents are available related to this session: a Power Point Presentation and the associated handout packet. The Power Point contains trainer notes. The handout packet in word contains participant activities and any additional resources related to this session. This session focuses on the skill and knowledge areas of Standard #4: Instructional Strategies. These areas are: 4K1.Basic instructional and remedial strategies and materials. 4K2: Basic technologies appropriate to individuals with exceptional learning needs. 4K3: How students learn reading. 4K4: How students learn mathematics. 4S1: Use strategies, equipment, materials, and technologies, as directed, to accomplish instructional objectives. 4S2. Assist in adapting instructional strategies and materials as directed. 4S3. Use strategies as directed to facilitate effective integration into various settings. 4S4. Use strategies that promote the learner’s independence as directed. 4S5. Use strategies as directed to increase the individual’s independence and confidence.

This item is designed to be downloaded by professional development personnel for use in training of paraprofessional staff. Materials may be used as is or customized. Two documents are available related to this session: a Power Point Presentation and the associated handout packet. The Power Point contains trainer notes. The handout packet in word contains participant activities and any additional resources related to this session. This session focuses on Standard #2: Development and Characteristics of Learners. The knowledge area to be covered is: 2K1 Effects an exceptional condition(s) can have on an individual’s life.

This item is designed to be downloaded by professional development personnel for use in training of paraprofessional staff. Materials may be used as is or customized. Two documents are available related to this session: a Power Point Presentation and the associated handout packet. The Power Point contains trainer notes. The handout packet in word contains participant activities and any additional resources related to this session. This session focuses on the knowledge areas of Standard #1: Foundations of Special Education. These knowledge areas are: 1K1 Purposes of programs for individuals with exceptional learning needs. 1K2: Basic educational terminology regarding students, programs, roles and instructional activities.

Worksheet on how to write numerals.

Worksheet on how to trace numberals for handwriting.

Worksheet on how to form numerals while writing.