The Five-Minute IEP File Audit is a simple system that helps special educators keep IEP documentation up-to-date and organized without requiring hours of work or causing stress spirals. This mini routine can be completed in just five minutes per student folder, providing a proactive approach to paperwork management rather than last-minute scrambling.Visit positivelylearningblog.com for the free downloadable checklist and more special education resources, including the Special Educators Resource Room Bundle with ready-to-use tools.If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/Join the Facebook groupI'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning
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126. Rethinking End of Year Celebrations: Spotlighting Real Progress
End-of-year awards season is here—but what about the students whose biggest wins don’t show up on a checklist?In this episode, we’re flipping the script and talking about creative, meaningful ways to celebrate real student growth—even when it doesn’t come with a certificate or percentage score.You’ll hear:What counts as “progress” (spoiler: it’s more than grades)Low-prep, high-impact ideas for celebrating student winsHow to involve families in small, powerful momentsA mindset shift to carry into the end of the year🎯 Plus, grab even more ideas on the blog: End of Year Awards in Special EducationIf you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/Join the Facebook groupI'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning
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125. Time Hacks for Special Ed Teachers
There’s never enough time in the day—you already know that. This episode is packed with practical strategies to help you use your time more intentionally, without staying late or bringing work home.We’ll cover:How to stop relying on overwhelming to-do listsWays to block time and build micro-habitsRoutines that make planning more efficientGentle boundaries that protect your energy✅ Don’t miss Episodes 123 and 124 for more tips on simplifying your systems and finishing the year strong!Episode 123 - Progress Monitoring in Less Than One MinuteEpisode 124 - Paperwork Batching TipsIf you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/Join the Facebook groupI'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning
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124. The Special Ed Assembly Line: Paperwork Batching Tips
Quarter Four doesn’t mess around. Between progress reports, IEP updates, and fileaudits, it can feel like the paperwork never ends.In this episode, I’m sharing how batching your paperwork tasks can help you stay focused, save time, and (maybe) even enjoy that last week of school a little more. We’ll walk through what batching really is, how to make it work with your schedule, and the pros and cons to keep in mind.🎧 Tune in and try it for yourself—because you deserve a smoother end-of-year.Time-Saving Templates is your paperwork BFF - Check out this all-in-one bundle of designed just for you: Special Educators Resource Room BundleIf you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/Join the Facebook groupI'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning
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123. What If Progress Monitoring Took Less Than a Minute a Day?
Let’s talk data—but keep it simple. 💛In this episode, I’m sharing three quick ways to track student progress without adding stress or paperwork to your day. No fancy spreadsheets required—just practical ideas you can actually use.You’ll hear how to:Use simple checklists you can grab and goSnap quick photos for visual documentationJot down observations you’re already noticingPlus, I’ll show you how to fit data collection into your routine, not add it on top.Because the best system? Is the one you’ll actually use.If you try one of these ideas, I’d love to hear! Tag me @PositivelyLearning and let me know what’s working for you. You’ve got this!If you're a busy special education teacher looking for tips, tricks, and resources to save you precious time, I've got you covered! I'm here to help you regain your confidence in the classroom and feel calm and collected as a special educator.Tune in every Friday for practical tips, tools, and the support you need to to THRIVE in the classroom.Grab your FREE Special Educators Cheat Sheets at positivelylearningblog.com/free-resource-library/Join the Facebook groupI'd love to hear what's working for you! Send me a message on Instagram @positivelylearning
About Special Educators Resource Room Podcast: Real Talk for Special Education Teachers
Special Educators Resource Room with Jennifer DeBrosse is the podcast for busy special education teachers. Whether you’re brand new to the world of special education or an experienced teacher, this podcast will provide time-saving solutions for any busy special educator. Get ready to move things off your special educator plate without feeling like you have to live at school. I’m your host, Jennifer DeBrosse. I’m dual-certified, have been in education for over 25 years, and spent time in both the inclusion classroom and the resource room setting. I was also a special education instructional coach and mentor to hard-working educators just like you. Tune in each week for quick action-packed episodes. They will be short, sweet, and to the point because I know how busy you are. I’m on a mission to help you get your time back! Let’s connect! You can find more special education support at: Positively Learning Blog (PS: while you’re there, be sure to grab the free Special Educators Cheat Sheets!)
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