Beyond the Schedule: The Hidden Magic of Classroom Organization with Wendy Moran and Aimee Siravo
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In this episode, we sit down with Wendy Moran, Director of Consultative Services, and Aimee Siravo, Assistant Director of Consultative Services at The Timothy School, to explore Structured Teaching for supporting students with autism. Wendy and Aimee break down what Structured Teaching is, how it aligns with the characteristics of autism, and why elements like physical structure, visual schedules, and work systems are essential for student success. They also share practical strategies for classroom setup, overcoming common implementation challenges, and building environments that promote independence, reduce anxiety, and increase engagement. Hear more about the upcoming hands-on training at The Timothy School this June.
Training Dates: June 17–20 or June 24–27
Learn more and register: learn.mciu.org/structuredteaching
Chapters
1. Introduction to Structured Teaching (00:00:00)
2. Meet the Timothy School Experts (00:02:30)
3. Four Elements of Structured Teaching (00:05:11)
4. Setting Up Effective Classroom Spaces (00:09:22)
5. Implementation Challenges and Solutions (00:14:25)
6. Training Opportunities and Benefits (00:17:08)
7. Resources and Final Thoughts (00:22:52)
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