Pre-Convention Workshop 7: The Power of Induction: Supporting New Special Ed Teachers with the Survival Guide for New Special Education Teachers 3rd edition.

*Additional Ticket Required This interactive workshop is designed for administrators, mentors, induction coaches, and teacher leaders who are responsible for onboarding and supporting new special education teachers. With the growing demands and complexity of special education, effective induction is more critical than ever. Presenters will introduce and model how to integrate the NEW 3rd Edition of The Survival Guide for New Special Education Teachers as a foundational tool in building comprehensive and responsive induction programs. Through collaborative exercises and guided reflection, participants will build an instructional toolbox aligned with key High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) such as collaboration (HLP 1), classroom setup (HLP 7), explicit instruction (HLP 16), and family engagement (HLP 3). The session also introduces practical AI tools to support their daily workflow and long-term growth. The workshop concludes with goal setting, identifying mentor support, and sharing ready-to-use talking points for building strong professional relationships. Participants will leave feeling empowered and prepared to take confident steps into their teaching journey. Key topics discussed include: • Clarifying the evolving roles and responsibilities of new special educators • Creating a culture of collaboration among general and special education teams • Developing core instructional and professional competencies in early-career special educators Participants will leave with ready-to-implement tools and an understanding of how this updated guide can serve as a resource for both mentors and mentees, ultimately improving teacher retention, instructional quality, and student outcomes.