Transformational Tools for Special Educators
Corwin Press Inc (Verlag)
979-8-3488-3497-5 (ISBN)
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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:
Research-backed tools across the five domains of emotional intelligence
Insights into how consistent use of the tools rewires the brain for better balance, resilience, and clarity
Real-world scenarios reflecting the diverse roles of special education professionals
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.
Katrina Huels is an educational consultant who has more than twenty years of experience in special education, with expertise spanning instructional design, program leadership, and national accreditation. She has served in roles ranging from classroom teacher to senior executive, and her robust background in psychology and education informs a career grounded in evidence-based practice and systemic reform. Throughout her career, Katrina experienced firsthand both the profound rewards and the ongoing stress and fatigue that lead to burnout among educators. As she sought strategies to build internal balance, resilience, and motivation in herself and her staff members, she encountered a persistent gap in resources and a lack of systemic solutions. Drawing on the framework of emotional intelligence and the science of neuroplasticity, Katrina translates research into actionable tools tailored to high-stakes environments. This work reflects her conviction that all educators deserve strategies that allow them to thrive in their roles throughout their careers. You can find more information and contact Katrina at huelsappliedharmony.com.
Foreword: Steve McMahon
Publisher’s Acknowledgments
About the Author
Introduction
PART 1. SETTING THE STAGE: THE CRISIS, THE SCIENCE, AND THE FRAMEWORK
Chapter 1: The Burnout Crisis
Scope and Impact
A Path Forward
Chapter 2: Emotional Intelligence and Neuroplasticity
Emotional Intelligence
Neuroplasticity
Connecting EI and Neuroplasticity
Chapter 3: Transformational Tools: Structure and Function
Emotional Intelligence Domains
The Neuroscience of Emotional Responses
Transformative Tools: What to Expect
PART 2. TRANSFORMATIVE TOOLS AND STRATEGIES
Chapter 4: Developing Self-Awareness
What Self-Awareness Tools Do
Why Self-Awareness Tools Work
Quick Summary
Chapter 5: Self-Awareness Tools
Reflective Journaling
Body Scanning
Mindfulness
Gratitude Practices
Expressive Writing
Affect Labeling
Chapter Summary
Chapter 6: Developing Self-Regulation
What Self-Regulation Tools Do
Why Self-Regulation Tools Work
Quick Summary
Chapter 7: Self-Regulation Tools
Breathwork
Cognitive Reframing
Grounding
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT-Informed Strategies)
Chapter Summary
Chapter 8: Developing Motivation
What Motivation Tools Do
Why Motivation Tools Work
Quick Summary
Chapter 9: Motivation Tools
Intrinsic Goal Setting
Self-Efficacy
Mindset Development
Chapter Summary
Chapter 10: Applied Harmony
Daily Harmonizing
Situational Harmonizing
Quick Summary
Chapter 11: External Emotional Intelligence Tools
What External Emotional Intelligence Tools Do
Why External Emotional Intelligence Tools Work
Quick Summary
Chapter 12: Empathy Tools
Active Listening
Perspective-Taking
Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
Trauma-Informed Empathy
Chapter Summary
Chapter 13: Social Skills Tools
Conflict Resolution Strategies
Structured Relationship-Building
Social Awareness Development
Effective Communication
Chapter Summary
Closing Thoughts
Index
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 14.4.2026 |
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| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 177 x 254 mm |
| Themenwelt | Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik |
| ISBN-13 | 979-8-3488-3497-5 / 9798348834975 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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