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When something’s rare, it’s special! A total solar eclipses happens only every 400 years and we’re fortunately getting lots of visibility opportunities this year. Watch the moon pass between the Earth and the sun and the afternoon sky go dark for around 4 minutes incorporating some educational, therapeutic techniques.
National Social Work Month in March is a time to celebrate the great profession of social work.
Fine motor skills are an important part of childhood development. As students grow and learn, these skills grow with them, allowing them to be more independent...
Schools are a foundational part of a child’s life. It’s where they spend a lot of time developing important skills that prepare them for the future. Some children in your classroom may live in poverty and require additional emotional support from a learning environment to thrive.
Winter is the season of shorter days and earlier nights. During this time, it’s crucial for educators to recognize the impact of Childhood Seasonal Depression on students. At Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS), we support teachers and related services providers in understanding and addressing this important issue.
BCBAs should use the start of January to review behavior plans with teachers and support staff. Run some fidelity checks and update preference assessments. Thick schedules of reinforcement will help keep undesired behaviors down.
You heard that right. I want you to NOT start exercising and eating healthy. I want you to procrastinate! Here’s why. In almost 25 years of working as a Behavior Analyst in schools, I noticed a trend in behavior in January that I believe stems from the jolt back to reality following the holidays and Winter break.
As a physical therapist, you have many options for the path your career will take. If you’re interested in working with children, then you may be considering a pediatric outpatient or school-based position. Our team at Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) discusses the differences between school-based and outpatient PT here.
In a school setting, registered behavior technicians (RBTs) support students with a range of behavioral concerns. If a career in pediatric behavioral health interests you, then working alongside Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) may be a great fit, as it allows you to help students who need additional classroom support to fully access their education.
Occupational Therapy supports individuals by focusing on everyday interventions that help them achieve their goals. As an Occupational Therapist (OT), you can support people of all ages by assisting them with activities in their everyday lives.