Teachers and speech therapists are a dream team when they work together. They bring different strengths, but share the same goal: helping children communicate and succeed.
Here's why it matters:
- Teachers notice the day-to-day struggles in the classroom.
- Speech therapists bring targeted strategies and tools.
- Together, they create support plans that actually work.
What does good teamwork look like?
- Sharing concerns early and openly.
- Communicating regularly about whats workingand whats not.
- Aligning goals between the classroom and therapy sessions.
- Supporting each other with ideas, resources, and encouragement.
This collaboration makes a huge difference not just for children with diagnosed speech and language needs, but for those still waiting for support too.
And lets not forget the emotional impact. When a child finally feels understood, when they join a conversation without fear, when they answer a question with pride. That's the result of joined-up, compassionate teamwork.
So heres to the Teachers and Therapists making magic happen together.