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

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

By: Lisa Hollady Special Education Teacher
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 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 Education
Episodes
  • 113. The one where she says Goodbye

    113. The one where she says Goodbye
    Dec 29 2025

    In this special highlight episode, Lisa looks back on the most powerful lessons from over 100 episodes of Teach, Task Box, Inspire. From the importance of visuals and independent work systems to understanding behavior as communication, preventing burnout, and building supportive classroom communities, this episode celebrates the heart of the podcast. As Lisa steps into a season of rest, she shares her gratitude with listeners and reminds educators that their work matters deeply — and they never have to do it alone.

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

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    9 mins
  • 112. What to Do When You’ve Tried Every Behavior Strategy

    112. What to Do When You’ve Tried Every Behavior Strategy
    Dec 22 2025

    In this episode, Lisa breaks down the real reasons behavior strategies “fail” and what to do when nothing seems to work. You’ll learn how misalignment — whether it’s the wrong function, ineffective reinforcement, or inconsistent implementation — can derail even the best plans, and how to recognize the red flags in your classroom, from over-prompting to mismatched expectations. Lisa shares why consistency, not perfection, is the true driver of behavior change and walks you through her personal reset process for when a student’s behavior suddenly takes a turn, including clearing the noise, simplifying expectations, rebuilding trust, and returning to essential supports. She also offers practical guidance for helping exhausted staff regroup, get on the same page, rebuild routines, and stay grounded during challenging behavior seasons.

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

    Show Notes: https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/episode112
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    15 mins
  • 111. The Micro-Moments That Matter

    111. The Micro-Moments That Matter
    Dec 15 2025

    In today’s episode, Lisa dives into one of the most underrated but most powerful parts of behavior support: the micro-moments. These are the quick 5-second decisions—tone, phrasing, proximity, visuals, and tiny choices—that turn chaotic days into calm ones.

    Instead of relying on complicated plans or intense interventions, Lisa breaks down how small, intentional shifts in your interactions can prevent escalation, strengthen connection, and create a smoother classroom environment. Whether you're in a 12:1:1 room, pushing into gen ed, or supporting students with a wide range of needs, these micro-moves are the tools you can put into action tomorrow.

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

    Show Notes: https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/episode111
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    14 mins
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