This week, we share Rachel’s interview with the amazing Occupational Therapist (OT) Elisa Wern! Along with being a school-based OT, Elisa speaks and writes about issues related to AAC and OT, including that OTs can have a critical role in the AAC consideration and implementation process! Elisa shares ideas for supporting students with sensory processing issu ... Show More
May 2026
Episode 355: Building an Inclusive Playground and Community
In this episode, Rachel Madel interviews Jesse and Holly Erickson, parents of Bedford, a young child with Schwartz-Jampel syndrome. They share their journey to diagnosis, what it’s like navigating a rare condition with limited research and few clear answers, and the day-to-day re ... Show More
43m 56s
Oct 2023
Empowering Teachers with Integrated OT Services
<p><b>Would you like to have a better understanding of integrated OT services in schools?</b></p><p>In this episode of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, Dr. Woolley shares many insights on integrated OT services, the importance of understanding individual student needs, collaborating w ... Show More
58m 2s
Jul 2024
Part-Time AAC Use with Dr. Alyssa Hillary Zisk
<p>In this episode, we talk about why and how part-time AAC use can support authentic participation for many autistic people. We also explore Dr. Alyssa Hillary Zisk’s insights on teaching AAC from their perspective as an engineer, as a researcher, and as an AAC user.</p><p>Dr. A ... Show More
49m 20s
Mar 2024
Occupational Therapy Strategies for Crafting Inclusive PE
<p>Imagine a school environment where every student, regardless of their abilities, can actively participate in physical education. How can we turn this into reality?<br/><br/></p><p>In today's episode, we are joined by Faith Newton, an occupational therapist based in Englan ... Show More
55m 39s
Dec 2023
OT Solutions for ADHD Challenges
<p>In this episode, special guest Lori Flynn is diving into multiple different aspects of understanding ADHD, creating personalized teaching plans, developing visual schedules, and fostering a supportive environment for every child. <br/><br/>We also discuss the challenges and th ... Show More
1h 17m
Jan 2024
[Episode 83] What Every Teacher Should Know About Speech Pathology (w/Lisa Geary)
In this engaging episode of Teaching Channel Talks, we’re joined by Lisa Geary, an award-winning speech-language pathologist, to discuss the importance of collaboration between teachers and speech-language pathologists (SLPs). By exploring ways in which teachers can partner with ... Show More
22m 1s
Nov 2023
Exploring Alternatives To Pull-out Services in School-based OT
<p>As a school-based Practitioner, have you ever thought about exploring alternatives to traditional pull-out sessions?</p><p>If you're looking to expand your scope of practice, increase work efficiency, and provide more individualized services in the least restrictive envir ... Show More
40m 24s