Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators)

Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators)

Lisa Hollady, Special Education Teacher

Episodes 114
Avg. Duration 12m
Activity Dormant
Since Nov 2023
Latest Episode Dec 2025

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
100%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast is your go-to educational podcast dedicated to making your job as a special education teacher easier and more enjoyable. Your host, Lisa Hollady, is a veteran special education teacher with a passion for helping teachers like you make a real difference in the lives of your students. In your demanding roles, you’re constantly juggling various responsibilities, from differentiated instruction and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to data collection, and, of course, teaching. That’s where task boxes come in. Task boxes aren’t just teaching tools. They’re the key to unlocking student independence, student engagement, and personalized learning. Through this podcast, you’ll uncover the incredible task box benefits for your special needs students and practical implemention tips that you can take to your classroom. Tune in each Monday for a new episode that will equip you with essential strategies and motivation to approach your week with confidence and enthusiasm. Topics will include task box activities, social and emotional development, adaptive teaching, inclusive teaching, supporting diverse learners, classroom management, scheduling, visual aids, and more. If you’re looking for more special education resources and support with increasing student independence, check out my FREE training at https://chalkboardsuperhero.com/training.

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Recent Episodes

113. The one where she says Goodbye

Dec 29, 2025 9m

In this special highlight episode, Lisa looks back on the most powerful lessons from over 100 episodes of Teach, Task Box, Inspire. From the importance of visuals and independent work systems to…

112. What to Do When You’ve Tried Every Behavior Strategy

Dec 22, 2025 14m

In this episode, Lisa breaks down the real reasons behavior strategies “fail” and what to do when nothing seems to work. You’ll learn how misalignment — whether it’s the wrong function, ineffective…

111. The Micro-Moments That Matter

Dec 15, 2025 14m

In today’s episode, Lisa dives into one of the most underrated but most powerful parts of behavior support: the micro-moments. These are the quick 5-second decisions—tone, phrasing, proximity,…

110. The Real Reason Students Refuse Work

Dec 08, 2025 14m

Work refusal is one of the most common challenges teachers face, but we often make the mistake of assuming all refusals are the same. In this episode, Lisa breaks down the powerful “Can’t Do or Won’t…

109. Building Culture When Teaching Feels Lonely

Dec 01, 2025 11m

In this heart-to-heart episode, Lisa opens up about what it’s like to feel isolated as a special educator and how to build school culture even when you’re the only one in your role. She shares…

108. Sensory-Based Learning-Teaching Through the Senses

Nov 24, 2025 13m

In this episode, Lisa breaks down what it really means to teach through the senses. She explains how sensory processing is the foundation for learning, how to identify sensory seekers and avoiders,…

107. The Psychology Behind Why Task Boxes Work

Nov 17, 2025 12m

In this episode, Lisa digs into the why behind task boxes — the real psychology and brain science that make them such powerful tools for students with special needs. You’ll learn how structure,…

106. Turning Problem Behaviors into Teachable Moments

Nov 10, 2025 9m

In this episode, Lisa breaks down what an autism classroom actually is, why it exists, and what makes it unique compared to other classroom settings. She explains that an autism classroom is not a…

105. Redefining the Culture of Staying Late

Nov 03, 2025 11m

In this episode, Lisa gets real about the unspoken culture of overworking in education and the guilt that often comes with leaving at contract time. She challenges the outdated idea that staying late…

104. Anger and Explosive Behaviors: Understanding the Why Behind the Outburst

Oct 27, 2025 14m

In this episode, Lisa dives into one of the toughest challenges special educators face — anger and explosive behaviors. From meltdowns to moments of defiance, Lisa helps you unpack the why behind the…

103. When Paras Don’t Listen: Training and Leading with Confidence in Inclusion

Oct 20, 2025 11m

In this episode, Lisa gets real about one of the hardest parts of being a special education teacher — training paraprofessionals who just won’t listen. She breaks down why this happens, how to set…

102. ADHD Tips and Tricks in the Classroom

Oct 13, 2025 14m

In this episode of Teach Task Box Inspire, Lisa dives deep into practical, classroom-tested strategies for supporting students with ADHD. From setting up structured environments and predictable…

101. Task Boxes Meet Burnout Prevention

Oct 06, 2025 8m

In this episode of Teach Task Box Inspire, Lisa shares a fresh perspective on how task boxes can support not just students, but teachers too. Burnout in special education is real, and sometimes we…

100. Celebrating 100 Episodes of Teach, Task Box, Inspire

Sep 29, 2025 11m

In this milestone 100th episode of Teach, Task Box, Inspire, I’m celebrating by looking back at the biggest lessons from the past 100 episodes. Instead of just rattling off a list, I’m sharing the…

99. Building Paraprofessional Confidence From Day One

Sep 22, 2025 14m

In Episode 99 of Teach, Task Box, Inspire, we’re focusing on the heart of every special education classroom—paraprofessionals. When paraprofessionals feel confident, the whole classroom benefits. In…

98. Fading Prompts Without Losing Independence

Sep 19, 2025 13m

In Episode 98 of Teach, Task Box, Inspire, we’re tackling one of the trickiest parts of special education: how to fade prompts without losing independence. Too much support leads to dependence, but…

97. Winning Over Parents in the First Month-Positive Communication Strategies to Build Trust from the Start

Sep 08, 2025 13m

At the start of the school year, parents are handing over their most precious people to us every day — and for many, that trust doesn’t come easily. In this episode of Teach Task Box Inspire, Lisa…

96. "Eat That Frog"

Sep 01, 2025 10m

Do you ever feel like your to-do list as a teacher is never-ending—and the hardest tasks keep hanging over your head?In this episode of Teach, Task Box, Inspire, Lisa Hollady shares how the…

95. Your First Paraprofessional Meeting of the Year-What to Cover and Why

Aug 25, 2025 12m

Starting the year strong with your paraprofessionals can make or break your classroom flow. In this episode of Teach Task Box Inspire, Lisa walks you through exactly what to cover in your very first…

94. Teaching: The Most Difficult Profession in the World

Aug 18, 2025 15m

Teaching is more than a career—it’s a calling. But let’s be honest: it’s also the hardest profession in the world. In this episode of Teach, Task Box, Inspire, Lisa Hollady dives into why teaching is…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators) have?

Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators) has published 114 episodes since November 2023, covering topics in Courses, Education.

Is Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators) still active?

Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast (A Show for Special Educators) is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 12m.

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