This class is for the educator who is working with children with sensory issues. It is not meant to replace the services provided by occupational therapists or physical therapists who work in the districts. My intention is to educate teachers so they can be sensitive and aware of the needs of children. Upon completion of this class, you should understand sensory challenges and patterns so that you will have more effective strategies to use in the classroom. To provide optimum services to children, team members need to collaborate and work together. This is especially true for children with sensory differences.

Insight from Parents and Teachers: Parents of children with sensory challenges and teachers who have worked with children with sensory challenges will share their experiences and outcomes. Using video examples, participants will actively engage in identifying problematic sensory based behavior and explore strategies and activities to address these behaviors. To enhance learning, participants will complete a case study using an instructor provided format, and will bring to session 3.

Beth Wilder is a licensed Occupational Therapist who has a private practice in Tumwater, Washington. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from San Jose State and a Master of Arts degree in Education from Pacific Lutheran University. She has worked predominately as an Occupational Therapist in schools districts for over 30 years. She has a passion for helping children to use their strengths to expand their skills and manage their challenges.