December 06, 2022
Supporting Students with Sensory Processing Challenges with Pamela Shanks
Our Guest: Pamela Shanks
with Margaret Jarrell

Episode 101: Supporting Students with Sensory Processing Challenges in the Montessori Classroom

Show Notes

What is sensory processing disorder? What behaviors will we observe when a child is struggling with sensory processing? Our Guest, Pam Shanks, a Montessorian and expert in special education, will answer these questions and offer specific strategies for supporting children with sensory processing challenges in our Montessori classrooms.

About our Guest

Pamela Shanks

Montessori Educator & Consultant

Pam’s love for Montessori and inclusive education inspired her teaching and administrative career. Whether serving as the lead guide of an inclusive classroom at Raintree Montessori School, Lawrence, KS; coordinating Raintree’s ground-breaking program of inclusion; or working with the administrative team at Bowman School, Palo Alto, CA; Pam’s passion has always been fostering a match between Montessori and the child – every child. Her work culminated in a deep understanding of Montessori pedagogy and inclusive strategies for children who experience disability, learning, and/or behavioral challenges. Pam holds an AMS 3-6 credential and earned a master’s degree in special education from the University of Kansas. She currently provides professional development and consultative services for Montessori schools.

You can connect with Pam via Linked In at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/havethecouragetofollowthechild/

 

Resources

Understood.org
Article: Understanding Sensory Processing Issues

Montessori Inclusion: Strategies and Stories of Support for Learners with Exceptionalities
By Ann Epstein

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