Ep. 6, "Showing Love, Building Trust" ft Coach Steve Smith

05/05/2025 19 min
Ep. 6, "Showing Love, Building Trust" ft Coach Steve Smith

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Episode Synopsis

In this heartfelt and powerful episode of What's New in J. Crew, we sit down with longtime educator and coach Steve Smith, a dedicated advocate for students with autism and developmental disabilities. With over a decade of experience in special education, Coach Steve shares meaningful insights on building trust, creating safe learning environments, and the importance of patience and love when working with individuals on the spectrum.We dive into:The significance of emotional connection in special educationReal classroom experiences and wins from the weekStrategies for promoting cooperative play and self-advocacyHow to avoid power struggles and promote student growthReflections on parenthood, purpose, and community supportWhether you're a parent, educator, or someone who simply cares about creating inclusive spaces, this episode offers encouragement, wisdom, and real-life tools to help support the autism and special needs community.💙 Tune in, be inspired, and learn how love and respect can truly change lives.📍 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to stay connected with all things J. Crew Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.