Hi, I’m Nikki —a passionate special educator, autism specialist, and founder of Teaching Autism. With over a decade of experience creating hands-on, engaging resources for educators worldwide, I’m here to make your teaching journey easier, more effective, and a lot more fun! With each episode, I’ll bring you practical tips, creative strategies, and inspiring insights to help you thrive in your autism and special education classroom. From tackling behavior challenges to creating meaningful lesson plans, we’ll dive deep into what works—and what doesn’t—in the world of special education. You’ll find: ✅ Real-world strategies you can use tomorrow. ✅ Expert advice for creating inclusive, student-centered classrooms. ✅ Honest conversations about the joys and challenges of teaching. ✅ Plenty of laughs, relatable moments, and inspiration to keep you going. Whether you’re a seasoned educator, new to special education, or simply looking to level up your teaching game, this podcast is your go-to resource for empowering yourself and your students. Join me on this journey, and let’s build better classrooms together! Hit “subscribe” and tune in to each episode to fill your teaching toolbox with fresh ideas, tools, and motivation. Let’s make teaching less stressful and a whole lot more impactful!

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When Students Sabotage Their Own Work 2026-06-11
The Function of Avoiding Praise 2026-06-04
Behavior That Escalates After Success 2026-05-28
Why Some Students Only Meltdown with Safe Adults 2026-05-21
The Hidden Function of “Silly” Behavior 2026-05-14
The Art of the Positive Email: How to Strengthen Family Trust 2026-05-07
How to Handle Parent Conflict Calmly and Professionally 2026-04-30
How to Stop Taking Student Behavior Personally 2026-04-23
How to Stay Empathetic When You’re Exhausted 2026-04-16
Fine Motor Fatigue: Why Some Students Resist Cutting, Writing, and Gluing 2026-04-09
How to Create a Communication-Rich Classroom 2026-04-02
Building Real Social Connections (Not Forced Friendships) 2026-03-27
Supporting Echolalia in a Neuro-Affirming Way 2026-03-20
Teaching Communication Beyond Words 2026-03-13
Why Movement Isn’t a Distraction — It’s a Need 2026-03-06
Helping Students Recover from Sensory Overload 2026-02-27
Noise, Light, and Movement: How the Environment Impacts Behavior 2026-02-20
The Truth About Reinforcement: Motivation vs. Manipulation 2026-02-13
What To Do When a Student Refuses Everything 2026-02-06
Advocacy Skills for Teachers: How to Make Change (Even When You Feel Stuck) 2026-01-30
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