Teaching Autism and Special Education by Nikki

Teaching Autism and Special Education by Nikki

Hosted by: Teaching Autism

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...

Episodes

What Autistic Voices Want You to Know This April

Season #2

In this heartfelt episode, I’m passing the mic (with full permission and lots of gratitude) to a few amazing Autistic friends who shared what they really want people to know during Autism Acceptance Month. 💛 This...
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Busting Autism Myths & Embracing Acceptance

Season #2

Hey friends, welcome back to the podcast, and welcome to a special episode for Autism Acceptance Month 💛 In this one, we’re busting some of the biggest, most outdated myths about Autism that just won’t go away. From...
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5 Things You Can Do This Autism Acceptance Month

Season #2

Welcome to a special episode for Autism Acceptance Month 💛 Awareness is a good start — but this episode is all about what comes next: real acceptance. In this 10-minute chat, I’m sharing five simple but impactful...
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From Awareness to Acceptance – Embracing Autism this April

Season #2

In today’s episode, we’re talking all about the shift from Autism Awareness Month to Autism Acceptance Month—and why that change is so important. While awareness is a great starting point, true inclusion happens when...
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Special Educator FAQ – Your Top Questions Answered!

Season #2

Episode Overview Today’s episode is all about your biggest questions! Whether you're new to special education or have been in the field for years, you've probably wondered about behavior management, classroom setup,...
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Managing Transitions: Helping Autistic Students Move from One Activity to Another

Season #2

Episode Overview Transitions can be one of the biggest challenges in a special education classroom. Moving from one activity to another—whether it’s playtime to work time, recess to the classroom, or one subject to...
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The Power of Visual Supports: Why Every Classroom Needs Them

Season #2

Episode Overview Visual supports aren’t just helpful—they’re game changers! If you’ve ever wondered why they’re so widely used in special education classrooms or how to implement them effectively, this episode is for...
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How to Handle Meltdowns in the Classroom

Season #2

Episode Overview Meltdowns can be one of the biggest challenges in special education. When a student loses control—screaming, crying, hitting, or throwing things—it can feel overwhelming. While we can’t always prevent...
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5 Strategies for Head Banging & Head Butting

Season #2

Episode Overview Head banging and head butting can be some of the most concerning behaviors to witness in the classroom, especially when working with autistic students or those with sensory needs. But just like any...
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5 Strategies for Biters

Season #2

Episode Overview Biting can be one of the most challenging behaviors to navigate in the classroom, especially when working with autistic students or those with sensory needs. But as always—behavior is communication!...
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5 Tips for Creating Consistency Between School and Home

Season #2

In this episode, I share five actionable tips for creating consistency between school and home to help students feel secure, understand expectations, and generalize skills. From visual supports to celebrating...
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5 Ways to Collect Data When Students Are Using Task Boxes

Season #2

In this episode, I’m sharing five practical and efficient ways to collect data while using task boxes in the classroom. Task boxes are fantastic tools for promoting independence and skill-building, and they’re also...
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