The Misfit Behaviorists - Practical Strategies for Special Education and ABA Professionals
Are you a teacher looking for support with students with diverse needs or behavior management in the classroom? Tune into The Misfit Behaviorists podcast, hosted by Caitlin Beltran, Audra Jensen, and Sami Brown, three BCBAs (and two special education teachers), as they bring you actionable tips to behavior reduction and skill acquisition. Listen to evidence-based strategies with a student-centered focus as they share practical advice for special education teachers, behavior support teachers, BCBAs, and ABA professionals.
Whether you're seeking advice or just want to laugh, new to the field or a veteran looking for a fresh perspective, tune in for this unique blend of professional expertise and real-life experience. Weekly episodes will be concise, because we know your time is limited! Don’t miss it!
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- Audra | abainschool.com
- Caitlin | beltransbehaviorbasics.com
- Sami | behavioranalyticsupport.com
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 77
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Ep. 15: Accommodations, Modifications, & Inclusive Classrooms
This episode of The Misfit Behaviorists tackles the essential topic of modifying content in general education classrooms. 🏫
We answer a listener's question with practical tips and strategies for makin…
Ep. 14: Life as a School Based BCBA with Jen Stracquadanio
Today we have special guest Jen Stracquadanio sharing three helpful tips for school based BCBAs! These insights are invaluable for new BCBAs but also super practical and relatable for any BCBA workin…
Ep. 13: IEP Data and Materials Organization: Work Smarter, Not Harder
💥 Taming the IEP chaos! This episode is your guide to simplifying goals, data, and materials. Get ready for stress-free IEP work!
✅ We'll cover smart systems from binders to dry erase magic. Find what…
Ep. 12: Managing Problem Behaviors Through Replacement Skills
We dive into the crucial topic of managing problem behaviors by teaching essential replacement skills. Listen as we explore effective strategies for teaching functional skills such as requesting want…
Ep. 11: Sticky Notes & Silly Bumps: The Fun Way to Learn Pronouns
This week, we're ditching the pronoun confusion with a super fun and interactive game! If your students are struggling with "I", "you," and all those tricky stand-in words, this episode is a must-lis…
Ep. 10: Navigating Difficult Conversations with ABA Staff
Difficult conversations are natural when working in ABA or autism classrooms with students with heightened emotional and behavioral challenges. Listen for tips to navigate these challenges and work p…
Ep. 9: Superhero Skills to Battle Burnout for ABA Therapy Staff
📝 Takeaways : 5 reasons you may be feeling burnt out and 5 ways to take your power back!
💎 Today’s GEM: Remember, it’s OK to not be OK sometimes. It’s OK to prioritize your own mental health. It’s OK …
He’s a powerful kind of guy – Autism Awareness Day
Join us this Autism Awareness & Acceptance Day as we reminisce with a clip of 2008 documentary of Audra’s son as he shared “What Autism Means to Me.”
💎Today’s GEM: …because maybe we just need a bit mo…
Ep. 8: Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month
Have you heard the term “pick your battles?” It’s not just a quip! Used thoughtfully and systematically, it can be an amazing tool in your behavioral toolbelt! It helps reduce power struggles, preser…
Ep. 7: Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff with Alicia Like
Have you heard the term “pick your battles?” It’s not just a quip! Used thoughtfully and systematically, it can be an amazing tool in your behavioral toolbelt! It helps reduce power struggles, preser…
Ep. 6: Providing Data Support in the General Education Setting
📝Takeaways :
- Students often have high emotional and behavioral needs but are academically appropriate for general education classroom settings.
- These learners may not have inclusion teachers or parapro…
Ep. 5: DTT vs. NET: The Skill Building Showdown
What is DTT? DTT (Discrete Trial Training): Structured learning with repetitive trials, clear prompts, and lots of data tracking. Think table time, 1:1, repetitive practice, materials, clipboard, dat…
Ep. 4: 3 Reasons to use Google Sheets™ for Data Tracking
📝Takeaways:
Google Sheets™ allows you to:
- Easily share your data in real time with team members.
- Create a custom template and duplicate it for any new skill or learner going forward.
- Have peace in know…
Ep. 3: 6 Ways to Approach Challenging Behaviors and Trauma-Informed Care
📣Takeaways:
- Build a relationship of trust. Bond, be present, show interest, make YOURSELF a reinforcer, create a safe place for your student.
- Provide predictability and consistency. Not only help you a…
Ep. 2: 2 Ways to Hack Your Data Collection
📣Takeaways:
- For IEP goals, try designating “data days” (e.g. 2 days a week).
- For consistently frequent behaviors, consider using “sample” interval data.
🥇GOLD NUGGET! – Focus on QUALITYdata collection, …
Ep. 1: 5 Tips for Gaining Teacher Buy-In
📣Takeaways:
- Always find SOMETHING positive to point out and help them build on that.
- Provide ONE small, manageable thing to try to implement before your next check in.
- Provide ways for them to see objec…
Welcome to the Misfit Behaviorists! (Trailer Episode)
Are you a teacher looking for support with students with diverse needs or behavior management in the classroom? Tune into The Misfit Behaviorists podcast, hosted by Audra Jensen and Caitlin Beltran, …