Class Description

CLASSROOM DESCRIPTION FOR

PRE-K INDIVIDUAL AND SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION

JOHN H. EADER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TEACHER: JOURDAN CROWELL (jcrowell@hbcsd.us)

HOURS: M, T, W, F (8:20-2:45) and TH (8:20-12:25)

 

Classroom Description:

            Rm. 4 currently consists of a small number of students with 1 credentialed teacher and 2 instructional aides. Each day consists of 170 minutes of instructional time with the exception of Thursday which consists of 120 minutes of instructional time. Curriculum in the classroom is language-based and paired with social skills training. Students are preschool age with an education classification of speech and language impairment (SLI), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), orthopedic impairment (OI) or other health impairment (OHI). Instructional methods used in the program include structured teaching strategies such as visual schedules, visual aides, and clearly defined classroom centers. A data gathering system is in place to track IEP goals and student progress. The data gathering system allows for the assessment and modification of any difficult behaviors that students may exhibit.

 

Curriculum:

 

Language Arts:

Houghton-Mifflin

Curriculum used by the district. Materials will be used based off of each child’s needs.

           

Alphafriends

A phonemic awareness and phonics program used district-wide to enhance learning of letters and letter sounds.

 

Math:

Houghton-Mifflin

Curriculum used by the district. Materials will be used based off of each child’s needs.

 

  

Video Modeling

Video modeling is a teaching method that utilizes video recordings to provide a visual model of a targeted skill. Students watch a video demonstration of a desired skill or task and then practice the skill. Video modeling is an evidence-based practice that increases social-emotional, communication, and behavior skills in children with exceptionalities. In rm. 10 video modeling is used as an instructional aide for teaching routines, communication, social-interaction, play skills, academic/cognitive skills, fine motor skills, as well as behavior.

 

 

Motor/Fitness Training:

There is a 20-30 minute recess each session to allow for child-led movement. In the classroom we also incorporate creative movement into our group activities such as music/dancing, and stretching/breathing. Additionally, our class provides students with the opportunity to develop gross motor skills through games and developmentally appropriate activities.