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Empowering Educators with Practical Tools and Strategies
Welcome to The Friendly BCBA, your go-to resource for high-quality educational materials designed to support special education teachers and staff. As a veteran special education teacher with over 15 years of classroom and home experience, I understand the unique challenges and rewards of working with students with special needs.
My resource library is carefully curated to provide you with practical tools, strategies, and printable materials that can help you:
Streamline your teaching: Save time and energy with our organized and user-friendly resources.
Improve student outcomes: Implement effective strategies to support student learning and behavior.
Enhance your professional development: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in special education.
Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned veteran, The Friendly BCBA offers something for everyone. Explore the collection of resources today and discover how it can help you make a positive impact on the lives of your students.
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ABA Basics: Prompting, Chaining, and Shaping, Oh My! for K-2 Students
This comprehensive resource is designed to provide your K-2 ABA team with a quick and effective training on the foundational principles of prompting, chaining, and shaping. Perfect for new staff or those looking for a refresher, this training can be completed in as little as 30-45 minutes. Designed for the school setting. Key Topics Covered:Definitions: Clear and concise explanations of prompting, chaining, and shaping.Prompt Hierarchy: Understand the different levels of prompting and when to u
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Positive Declarative Language: A Guide for Early Childhood Educators
Transform youclassroom with this essential resource designed to promote positive declarative language and genuine student engagement. This one-page guide provides practical examples of how to transform interrogative language into engaging positive language during instruction, play, and leisure time. Key Features:Clear and Concise Examples: Discover a variety of examples that demonstrate how to use positive declarative language effectively in different classroom settings.Easy-to-Implement Strat
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Also included in: Positive Language and Engagement Bundle for Early Childhood
Build the Perfect Day with Brick Block Schedule Cards
Transform your classroom management and piece together the perfect daily routine with these vibrant, Brick Block Themed Daily Schedule Cards! Designed with bright, eye-catching colors reminiscent of everyone’s favorite building blocks, this visual schedule set is the ultimate tool to keep your students on track, reduce transition anxiety, and add a pop of playful energy to your classroom decor. Perfect for primary and elementary classrooms, these cards provide a clear, predictable roadmap of th
PreK - 5th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects, Not Subject Specific
Kindness and Inclusion Activity Pack For K-2 Neurodiversity Education
Spread Kindness & Celebrate Neurodiversity! 🎨✨It's Neurodiversity/Autism Acceptance Month! Looking for a meaningful way to start your morning or supplement your social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons? This 7-page Kindness & Inclusion Coloring Pack is designed specifically for K-2 students to explore the beautiful ways our brains work and how we can support one another. In a world where "different" can sometimes feel confusing for little ones, these activities provide a gentle, age-appropriat
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Classroom Community, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Message Received: Classroom Expectations
Make classroom expectations feel fresh and relatable with this engaging smartphone-style classroom rules visual! This resource presents key behavior expectations in a familiar text message format, helping students connect everyday technology with positive classroom habits. Students will see simple, clear rules like raising a quiet hand, using kind words, following the class schedule, completing their work, and listening to the teacher—all displayed as friendly “messages” on a phone screen. Th
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Character Education, Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Functions of Behavior
Helpful user friendly infographic to understand functions of behavior!
PreK - 3rd, Not Specific
Days of the Week Match and Trace File Folder
Days of the Week Match & Write File Folder Resource This Days of the Week Match & Write File Folder Resource is a versatile and engaging tool designed specifically for K-5 students in special education classrooms. It provides a hands-on, multi-sensory approach to learning the days of the week, helping students develop essential literacy and sequencing skills with additional option to practice tracing/writing. Key FeaturesDifferentiated Learning: This resource includes multiple levels of diffic
PreK - 5th
Sight Words, Vocabulary, Writing
Antecedent Based Strategies
A quick and easy guide to identifying the things you CAN control in dealing with challenging behaviors- proactive strategies!
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Toilet Training Readiness Questionnaire: A Parent/Caregiver Information Form
Is your child showing signs of being ready for toilet training? This comprehensive 2 page questionnaire will help you assess your child's readiness and gather valuable information about their current toileting habits and routines. Designed to be shared with parents or caregivers, this form provides a structured way to collect the information needed to determine if your child is ready to begin the toilet training journey. Based on Expert Research: This questionnaire draws inspiration from establ
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Toileting Tracker: A Printable Resource for Classroom and Home Use
Make toilet training and tracking easy with this printable Potty Time Tracker! This simple and effective tool is perfect for parents at home or teachers in the classroom. It provides a clear and concise way to monitor a child's toileting habits, helping to identify patterns and celebrate successes. Features:Weekly Tracking: Track bathroom visits throughout the week, noting the time of day and day of the week for each incident.Monthly Overview: The monthly summary sheet allows for easy recording
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They Didn't Teach Me This in Grad School: Staff Training Secrets
This short, packed training is a perfect guide to getting off on the right foot with your classroom staff before the start of the school year! Perfect for small class, self-contained, ABA, and early childhood classes. This training highlights some great proactive measures to take to help outline staff roles and responsibilities, have effective management strategies, provide feedback, and face conflict with confidence. Staff management is NOT something that is covered in grad school- so grab th
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Antecendent Based Strategies Support Staff Training
An easy to deliver, quick 30-45 minute staff training PDF resources designed for large or small group support staff/teacher trainings. Perfect for ESY, self-contained and elementary level support staff as a guide to getting ahead of interfering behaviors in the classroom. TFBCBAInstagramTFBCBATikTokCome visit! Companion resources include Antecedent Based Strategies, Routines, and What to DO at thefriendlyBCBA TpT Shop :)
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Routines Staff Training
Empower Your Team with Effective Routines TrainingAre you looking for a time-efficient and impactful way to train your support staff on establishing and maintaining positive routines in the classroom? This Positive Routines Staff Training offers a comprehensive and easy-to-deliver training program that can be adapted to fit your specific needs. Key Features:Concise and Engaging Content: This training is designed to be delivered in just 30-45 minutes, making it easy to incorporate into your staff
PreK - 3rd
What To Do- A Quick Guide to Positive Language
This is a quick and simple guide ideal for parent training, staff coaching and support or even reminders for yourself as we navigate using verbal redirection to teach replacement behavior. Useful for all ages!
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100 Bright and Bold Color Labels for Your Self-Contained Classroom
Transform your self-contained, ABA or special education classroom into an organized haven with this comprehensive set of 100 printable color labels! Designed to cater to the unique needs of your students, these labels offer a versatile solution for labeling everything from storage bins, data sheets, teacher supplies, art supplies, shelves, student materials and learning centers. Includes two blank labels on the last page for custom labeling.
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Also included in: Classroom Organization Bundle: Labels and Daily Schedule
Classroom Organization Bundle: Labels and Daily Schedule
Create a calm and organized classroom environment with our comprehensive Classroom Organization Bundle! This essential package includes a set of over 100 color-coded labels and a customizable daily schedule, perfectly coordinated to streamline your classroom management. Bundle Includes:Over 100 Color-Coded Labels: A variety of labels for everything from storage bins and shelves to student materials and learning centers.Matching Daily Schedule: A visually appealing and flexible template to create
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Positive Language Staff Visual Tags
Promote a Positive and Supportive Classroom EnvironmentAre you looking for a simple yet effective way to encourage your staff to use positive language when interacting with students? This Positive Language Quick Guide offers a collection of helpful phrases that can help reduce conflict, avoid interfering behaviors, and redirect students in a positive and supportive manner. Key Features:Clear and Concise: Our guide provides a variety of positive phrases that are easy for staff to understand and r
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At A Glance Student Profile Info Sheet
Stay organized and informed with this At-a-Glance Student Info Sheet! This essential tool is designed to help you quickly access vital information about each of your students in your self-contained classroom. An essential resource for the first month of school, this easy student profile sheet lists student likes, dislikes, communication method, sensory needs, goals, behavior strategies and level of independence in the classroom. This tip sheet also notes what level of support the student may re
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ABA Humor Office Quote Posters
ABA Humor Quote Posters BundleLighten up your ABA space with these 7 fun and relaxing beachy posters!Perfect for any room in your school, these posters feature fun quotes that are sure to bring a smile to your face. The soothing beach theme creates a calming atmosphere, helping you and your team relax and recharge. Features:Witty ABA-related quotes to brighten your dayRelaxing beach theme for a calming atmosphere7 High-quality printable posters for printingEasy to download and print for immediat
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Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Back to School Puzzle Pieces: A Colorful Matching Activity
Don't get stuck with classroom downtime disasters! Fill your student's independent work time with this vibrant, printable PDF file folder activity is perfect for elementary school students, especially those in small classes, special education settings, or self-contained classrooms. It's also ideal for preschoolers and ABA therapy. How it works:Print and Cut: Print the PDF on card stock or sturdy paper, laminate, then cut out the individual puzzle pieces.Match and Velcro: Students match the puzzl
PreK - 5th
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About the store
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Empowering Educators with Practical Tools and Strategies
Welcome to The Friendly BCBA, your go-to resource for high-quality educational materials designed to support special education teachers and staff. As a veteran special education teacher with over 15 years of classroom and home experience, I understand the unique challenges and rewards of working with students with special needs.
My resource library is carefully curated to provide you with practical tools, strategies, and printable materials that can help you:
Streamline your teaching: Save time and energy with our organized and user-friendly resources.
Improve student outcomes: Implement effective strategies to support student learning and behavior.
Enhance your professional development: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in special education.
Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned veteran, The Friendly BCBA offers something for everyone. Explore the collection of resources today and discover how it can help you make a positive impact on the lives of your students.
Teaching style
A Passion for Empowering Educators and Students
As a seasoned special education teacher and behavior consultant, my teaching style is grounded in a deep commitment to empowering students, teachers, and support staff. I believe in a hands-on, collaborative approach that fosters growth, development, and positive change.
Key Characteristics of My Teaching Style:
Dynamic Presenter: I deliver engaging and informative presentations that are both practical and thought-provoking.
Hands-On Coach: I provide personalized guidance and support to help educators implement new strategies and techniques.
Veteran Special Educator: My extensive experience in the field allows me to offer valuable insights and expertise.
Parent Coach: I work closely with parents to provide them with the tools and resources they need to support their child's success.
Staff Trainer: I design and deliver effective staff training programs that equip educators with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.
Behavior Consultant: I specialize in helping individuals understand and address challenging behaviors using evidence-based strategies.
My goal is to create a supportive and empowering learning environment where students, teachers, and support staff can thrive.
Additional biographical information
Hi there! I'm a wife, mother, and passionate educator with a love for dogs, gardening, dancing, and music. My journey in education has been filled with rewarding experiences and a deep commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of my students.
I'm excited to share my resources with you and hope they can help you create a more engaging and effective learning environment. Let's work together to inspire and empower our students!
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