So You Are a Special Education Teacher: Essentials for Success

A guide for special education teachers, covering information from legal requirements to effective case management. It's 23 chapters include organizing, tracking cases, working relationships, IEP meetings, triennials, annuals, manifestation determination meetings, conducting classroom observations, a brief explanation of all 13 qualifying categories, how to read a psycho-educational assessment, legal references, and more. "It gave me a new perspective on how to communicate with parents, students, and other teachers in my professional life and in the community. It has improved the way I work with, listen to, and communicate with others." -K. Dunn, Elementary Special Education Teacher "An excellent resource for new and experienced special education professionals. This book provides practical tips and experiences in layman's terms that are easy to understand and follow. It is a "must have" in your arsenal of reference guides." - C. Vargas, Special Education Law Attorney "A must have resource/reference for special education teachers, general education teachers, service providers, and administrators, Dr. Turner clearly communicates the scope and focus of effective IEP meetings and shares practical advice for case management. He emphasizes collaboration to create the most individualized and effective plans for students. He gives great advice on finding "replacement behaviors" rather than extinguishing behaviors." -D. Powell, Independent Study Special Education Teacher