Transformational Tools for Special Educators: How to Beat Burnout and Become the Best at What You Do
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| Title: | Transformational Tools for Special Educators: How to Beat Burnout and Become the Best at What You Do |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Katrina G. Huels |
| Source: | Corwin. 2026. |
| Availability: | Corwin. Available from: SAGE Publications. Customer Care, 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-233-9936; Fax: 800-417-2466; e-mail: order@corwin.com; Web site: https://us.corwin.com/en-us/nam/home |
| Peer Reviewed: | N |
| Page Count: | 216 |
| Publication Date: | 2026 |
| Intended Audience: | Teachers; Administrators |
| Document Type: | Book Guides - Non-Classroom |
| Descriptors: | Special Education Teachers, Teacher Burnout, Evidence Based Practice, Emotional Intelligence, Self Concept, Self Management, Teacher Motivation, Empathy, Interpersonal Competence, Neurology, Brain, Resilience (Psychology) |
| ISBN: | 979-83-488-3497-5 |
| Abstract: | Burnout has become the silent epidemic threatening the very heart of special education. People enter the field with a passion to make a difference, only to find themselves overwhelmed by endless paperwork, high-stakes meetings, behavioral crises, and the unrelenting pace of the work. While professional development addresses topics like specialized instruction, behavior management, and IEP development, a critical gap remains: training that helps special educators sustain themselves and thrive in their roles. "Transformational Tools for Special Educators" offers a way forward. Grounded in neurology and emotional intelligence research, this resource equips educators with practical, time-efficient strategies that fit into the realities of the school day. Inside, you'll find: (1) Research-backed tools across the five domains of emotional intelligence; (2) Insights into how consistent use of the tools rewires the brain for better balance, resilience, and clarity; (3) Real-world scenarios reflecting the diverse roles of special education professionals; and (4) Strategies designed for use individually, in professional learning communities, or across districts. Whether you are new to the field or a veteran, a teacher or a paraprofessional, an administrator or a related service provider, this book helps you reclaim your energy, restore your balance, and sustain the passion that first drew you to special education. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Access URL: | https://www.corwin.com/books/transformational-tools-299249 |
| Accession Number: | ED678832 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Burnout has become the silent epidemic threatening the very heart of special education. People enter the field with a passion to make a difference, only to find themselves overwhelmed by endless paperwork, high-stakes meetings, behavioral crises, and the unrelenting pace of the work. While professional development addresses topics like specialized instruction, behavior management, and IEP development, a critical gap remains: training that helps special educators sustain themselves and thrive in their roles. "Transformational Tools for Special Educators" offers a way forward. Grounded in neurology and emotional intelligence research, this resource equips educators with practical, time-efficient strategies that fit into the realities of the school day. Inside, you'll find: (1) Research-backed tools across the five domains of emotional intelligence; (2) Insights into how consistent use of the tools rewires the brain for better balance, resilience, and clarity; (3) Real-world scenarios reflecting the diverse roles of special education professionals; and (4) Strategies designed for use individually, in professional learning communities, or across districts. Whether you are new to the field or a veteran, a teacher or a paraprofessional, an administrator or a related service provider, this book helps you reclaim your energy, restore your balance, and sustain the passion that first drew you to special education. |
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| ISBN: | 979-83-488-3497-5 |
