STEPPING INTO SPECIAL EDUCATION, Special Education, SPED, Special Ed, Students with Disabilities, Classroom Management
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101. Need Admin Support? A Principal’s Perspective on How to Collaborate as a Special Ed Team with Dr. Patricia Corral
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Hey Sped Teacher,
Have you wondered how to ask your administrators for support? Are you looking for tips on how to build a strong relationship with your admin as a special education teacher?
I am so excited to have a very special guest on today’s episode! We are joined by my principal, Dr. Patricia Corral, who is sharing some incredible insight on building a great special education teacher - admin relationship and how special ed teachers can work collaboratively with their administration. If you are looking to have your admin more actively involved in special ed meetings or just looking to improve your working relationship with your admin, this episode is for you!
Dr. Patricia Corral has been in education for 25 years, 10 years as an elementary school principal, 15 years teaching in kindergarten, third, and fourth grade. She’s been an English learner resource teacher, reading intervention teacher, and teaching vice principal. She was an adjunct professor for a teacher education program with Claremont Graduate University. Her work in improving the outcomes for students stems from growing up as a first generation Mexican American trying to maneuver through public education. She believes in equity for all students especially in marginalized groups and communities. She mentors aspiring school administrators who are dedicated to the work in underrepresented communities. Dr. Corral has a BA in Liberal Studies from Cal Poly Pomona, a Masters in Educational Administration from Cal State San Bernardino, and a Doctorate in Urban Education Leadership from USC. Dr. Corral is a wife and mother of A 29 year old, 21 year old, and 12 year old. She enjoys reading a good book, watching football, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Take Care,
Michelle
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