I sub as an educational aid. I never know where I am going to be from day to day. Generally in autism rooms, resources room etc. - SpEd programs in both elementary and middles schools. It feels like chaos a lot the time. I can deal with LD's as my daughter has plenty and is on a full iep, but the behavior issues is what does it for me. I was an anxious mess this afternoon, hadn't worked all week so wasn't in the groove of it yet. I was so grateful for that .25 xanax in my purse that took the edge off and I could focus momentarily.

Teaching special needs kids and gen ed kids in general is hard enough! Teaching special needs kids and having the unique challenges that we have can make it really, really difficult. As we all know, stress can trigger and episode and that is always a consideration.

On the plus side, I find myself more compassionate towards these students. Especially when you become privvy to these kid's medical issues.