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Resolving Classroom Disagreements Between Lead Teachers and Paraprofessionals

Role ambiguity between classroom teachers and special education aides causes classroom tension. Here is how principals mediate collaborative classroom roles.

Amit Kasliwal
Amit KasliwalCEO & Founder, Dehurdle
August 25, 20234 min read
Resolving Classroom Disagreements Between Lead Teachers and Paraprofessionals

The Instructional Team Role Alignment Script

Recommended Spoken Script
"Our classroom functions best when both educator expertise and specialized 1-on-1 student support are respected. Let's establish a clear daily 10-minute morning alignment: the lead teacher directs the primary lesson plan, while the instructional aide leads small-group sensory accommodations without interruption."

The 2-Minute Practice Drill

2-Minute Spoken Drill

The 2-Minute Practice Drill

Practice educator conflict mediation in Dehurdle.

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