9 Ways to Cope with Teacher Stress in Special Ed (Video)

Teaching can be so stressful! In this interview with Dr. Jennifer Cooper Scott, we talk about the 7 symptoms of teacher stress in special ed (or for any teacher really). We also outline 9 effective and essential strategies to deal with teacher stress and overcome anxiety, especially for special education teachers. Watch now and start implementing these excellent coping strategies so you can survive and thrive in the classroom.

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*Please Note: Dr, Scott is not a medical doctor and any advice offered is as a scholar and educator backed by research and experience. Please consult a medical physician if you are experiencing symptoms of stress and anxiety or before changing personal habits that impact your health.

Background Info about Teacher Stress

Here is some important information to think about as we talk about teacher stress in special ed. Vanderbilt’s IRIS Center says over the last 20 years special ed teacher turnover is approximately 25% annually.

#1 reason (37%) is to escape the classroom

#2 reason (32%) is ‘personal’.

And schools with lower socioeconomic status fare far worse.

For those in the classroom, stress comes from:

-Lack of support

-Large caseloads

-Excessive paperwork

-Student behavior

Plus several more, but way down the list is salary or finances.

So, Dr. Scott, you’re here today to talk with us all about teacher burnout. Where would you like to start, after the last few months, I know a lot of teachers that are struggling with it all.

Listener Question- Lori asks about Teacher Stress

This year has been hard and I am totally burnt out, what can I do to take care of myself and feel more ready for next year?

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