From Chaos to Confidence: Teaching Self-Regulation That Works - Part 1 of 2

In this training, participants will 1) Define self-regulation and understand its role in student success and 2) Identify the stages of self-regulation development and how they build on each other.

Helping students manage their emotions and behavior is a critical part of supporting their success. This training gives special education staff the tools they need to teach self-regulation in a way that makes sense for students of all ages and ability levels. We'll break down what self-regulation really means, explore how the skill develops over time, and focus on practical strategies that work in real classrooms. From proactive teaching to in-the-moment supports, this session is all about making self-regulation a skill that students can actually use.

Intended Audience

  • Special education teachers
  • General education teachers
  • School psychologists
  • Behavior analysts

Participants Will

  • Define self-regulation and understand its role in student success
  • Identify the stages of self-regulation development and how they build on each other
  • Learn practical, evidence-based strategies for teaching self-regulation across different ages and ability levels
  • Explore ways to support students in the moment when emotions run high
  • Discover tools and techniques that help prevent meltdowns and increase independence

Presenter

Tara Zombres, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Education Specialist and Behavior Analyst

Date

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Registration

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