Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators)

By: Lisa Hollady Special Education Teacher
  • Summary

  • Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast is your go-to educational podcast dedicated to making your job as a special education teacher easier and more enjoyable. Your host, Lisa Hollady, is a veteran special education teacher with a passion for helping teachers like you make a real difference in the lives of your students. In your demanding roles, you’re constantly juggling various responsibilities, from differentiated instruction and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to data collection, and, of course, teaching. That’s where task boxes come in. Task boxes aren’t just teaching tools. They’re the key to unlocking student independence, student engagement, and personalized learning. Through this podcast, you’ll uncover the incredible task box benefits for your special needs students and practical implemention tips that you can take to your classroom. Tune in each Monday for a new episode that will equip you with essential strategies and motivation to approach your week with confidence and enthusiasm. Topics will include task box activities, social and emotional development, adaptive teaching, inclusive teaching, supporting diverse learners, classroom management, scheduling, visual aids, and more. If you’re looking for more special education resources and support with increasing student independence, check out my FREE training at https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/training.
    Copyright 2025 Lisa Hollady, Special Education Teacher
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Episodes
  • 65. Addressing Executive Function Deficits
    Jan 27 2025

    This week on Teach, Task Box, Inspire, Lisa dives into a really important topic—executive function skills—and how they impact students in the classroom. She breaks down what these skills actually are, shares some relatable classroom moments, and offers simple, practical tips to help kids strengthen them. Lisa’s all about fostering independence and giving students the tools they need to succeed, not just in school, but in life. If you’re looking for easy ways to support students who struggle with executive functioning, this episode is full of ideas you can actually use.

    Resources Mentioned: Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom

    Show Notes: https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/episode65

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    11 mins
  • 64. Practical Tools for Behavior Management A Guide for Special Education Teachers
    Jan 20 2025

    In this episode, we explore practical tools that empower educators to manage behaviors effectively in special education classrooms. From behavior-specific praise and token economies to social stories and calming corners, this episode provides actionable strategies to create a structured and supportive environment. Real-life examples and troubleshooting tips help educators navigate challenges and build positive relationships with their students, ensuring both academic and behavioral success.

    Resources Mentioned: Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom

    Show Notes: https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/episode64

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    16 mins
  • 63. Building Engagement: Strategies to Keep Students on Task
    Jan 13 2025

    In this episode, we dive into how engagement can transform student learning and behavior in the classroom. By using high-interest topics, task boxes, movement, and real-world connections, we can help spark excitement and keep students focused. You'll walk away with practical strategies and real-life examples to create a lively and engaged classroom environment.

    Resources Mentioned:

    Free training: 3 Simple and Powerful Ways to Cultivate Independence in Your Special Education Classroom

    Show Notes: https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/episode63

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    14 mins

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