Ep 98: The Benefits of Criticism

Ep 98: The Benefits of CriticismToday I want to chat about something that is difficult for everyone, including myself, but is something, I feel that helps mold us into better teachers and better humans overall and that is criticism. A few weeks ago, I had my phone in my hand when a review of my Facebook Page came in. It was 5 stars and that made me smile but as I began to read it, that smile quickly faded.The review said…“I highly recommend the website for resources for paraprofessionals. However, I would not recommend the podcast. The host spends a lot of time down playing the role of a para, and telling how she believes her role is superior to the role of a para. I would not want to be a para working alongside this host in a classroom setting.”I’m not going to lie…that stung a bit. I have always considered myself an advocate FOR paraprofessionals…someone who fights for their equality…someone who works hard to make them feel seen and heard. Heck I even spoke to the Kansas State Legislature about the importance of paying paraprofessionals more. So to hear that my words are not conveying that message was upsetting.Now, I share this story with you for a reason. As a teacher (just like every other profession), you will be critiqued at some point in your career and there are a whole bunch of different emotions people feel when they are criticized. But I want you to know that being criticized, even though it’s hard, it can often be very useful to help you grow or improve something you do.Today's episode goes through 6 ways  of how to let criticism benefit you.Follow JenniferInstagramTPT

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Jennifer Hofferber from the Sped Prep Academy® is a veteran special education teacher who shares her experience, knowledge and love of the field of special education so that you can learn all the tips, tricks and tools of the trade to help move your career to the next level. As an award winning educator, she founded and created the Sped Prep Academy® to provide special educators with down-to-earth, easy to implement, real world training and now has the platform needed to teach you how to write quality IEPs, work with paraprofessionals, collaborate with general education teachers and become a leader within your building and district. If you are a new or veteran special educator and you are wanting solid advice or looking for someone to have in your corner who is working hard to provide you with tried and proven resources and training and to help you avoid the burn-out that comes with the job, then you've found the right place. Hit subscribe and get ready to grow and thrive in the insanely crazy field of special education.