What's your Special Educator Superpower?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Do you have any hidden talents?

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    I can run pretty fast (especially if a mouse has been seen anywhere in the area)
  • B.
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    I'm a good climber (trying to reach all that crap I stored on the top shelf of my teacher closet)
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    I'm no Steve Jobs, but I can hold my own when it comes to technology
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    I like to solve puzzles (and isn't every special education schedule like a 1,000 piece puzzle)
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    I'm really good at wrangling the stray child who's trying to run away
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    I do, but I don't like to show off
• 2.
  When there's a problem, are you the person...

  • A.
    others always come to for help?
  • B.
    who works diligently behind the scenes to find a solution?
  • C.
    who creates a new system to prevent the problem from happening in the future?
  • D.
    who is first to dive right in and look for a solution?
  • E.
    to offer assistance, support and guidance to others?
  • F.
    who wants to be the first to solve the problem so that others admire you?
• 3.
  Which award would you give yourself?

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    The "Energizer Bunny" 
  • B.
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    The "Heart of Gold" 
  • C.
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    The "Cool, Calm & Collected" 
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    The "Keeper of the Peace" 
  • E.
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    The "Level Headed Leader" 
  • F.
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    The "Terrifically Techie" 
• 4.
  What could be your catchphrase?

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    "I feel the need...the need for speed"
  • B.
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    "A mind is a terrible thing to waste"
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    "Justice served fresh daily"
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    "Crime doesn't pay. Maybe you can try a career in IT"
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    "With great power comes great responsibility"
• 5.
  What's your leadership mentality?

  • A.
    I'm all hands on deck! "A little hard work never hurt anyone." 
  • B.
    Systems make the world go 'round.  "We are what we repeatedly do."
  • C.
    I assign a task and then when it's taking too long I take it over... "If you want something done right, just do it yourself" 
  • D.
    I assign a different task to everyone on my team – I know each of their strengths and weaknesses and trust everything will come together in the end.  "Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much."
  • E.
    I'm not a big talker and choose to lead by example..."Do as I do, not as I say." 
  • F.
    I train my team with data, notebooks & case studies..."The more you know, the more you know you don't know." 
• 6.
  What do you do when you have a day off work?

  • A.
    I attend my previously scheduled dentist and eye appointments, pay some bills and take the dog for a walk.
  • B.
    I frantically run around town trying to complete my 2 pager to-do list and count it as my cardio for the day.
  • C.
    I open the pantry to find a snack and soon I'm lost in the relaxation of organizing canned goods, cereal boxes and spices... Next stop... my closet.
  • D.
    I'm getting sh*t done! I'm talking all the chores...laundry, yard work, vacuuming, toilets...you name it, I'm cleaning it.
  • E.
    I am a life-long learner and jump at the chance to snuggle up on the couch and read a good self-help book.
  • F.
    I make progress on an online course that I just had to purchase because I know it's going to unlock the secrets on how to get my students to manage their own behavior. (A girl can dream right!?)
• 7.
  How would your sidekick describe you?

  • A.
    Calm, cool & collected until pushed to the breaking point; passionate and intelligent with a high moral code
  • B.
    Compassionate & caring but can be stubborn, opinionated and highly competitive 
  • C.
    Very intuitive; persistent; responsible 
  • D.
    Energetic & charming; bright and outgoing
  • E.
    Empathetic; strong organizational skills; intelligent 
  • F.
    Resourceful; has a need to be admired; doesn't always make the best decisions but has their heart in the right place
• 8.
  What's your kryptonite?

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    Your need to always be the best; bossy; procrastinator due to your need for perfection
  • B.
    Trust issues; unable to make a decision for fear of making the wrong one
  • C.
    Impatient; easily bored with projects to the point that you move on to the next big thing without seeing the last one through; competitive
  • D.
    Hard time saying no and a bad habit of taking on more than you have time for
  • E.
    Strong willed and obsessive, you have little patience for others
  • F.
    Overly-confident in your abilities; don't take criticism well
• 9.
  What superpower do you wish you possessed?

  • A.
    The ability to know what others think about me so I can use my charm to win over the doubters
  • B.
    The ability to create more time in the day so I could get more accomplished
  • C.
    The power to predict the future
  • D.
    The ability to learn, speak, read and understand any language without getting training in it
  • E.
    The power to  to correct mistakes in the past
  • F.
    The ability to travel to other cities and countries quickly in order to see as much of the world as possible

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Responsibility

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  Your leadership style means you're all about making important decisions, learning from previous mistakes and taking charge of a situation.Just like "Spidey" himself, you are able to acknowledge the responsibilities that one has to undertake in order to be an effective leader.Honest- You keep everyone "in the know" of what is going on- good or bad. An honest leader does not stray from the truth and shares information in a straight-forward way.Empathetic- Empathetic leaders listen attentively putting their complete focus on the person in front of them. They spend more time listening than talking.Open-Minded- You know how to develop a sense of empowerment throughout your team. You are responsible for bringing the best out of those around you. Situational- You have a very strong intuition. Your "spidey sense" helps you make the right decision at the right time and easily adapt when things don't go as planned.I teach special education teachers and related service providers who are past the point of frustration of not knowing how to be a boss learn how to embrace their leadership role, build a successful team and become the teacher they've always dreamed of being.After 26 years as a special educator (and embarrassingly struggling for almost 2 decades to find my leadership voice), I finally realized that the problem didn't lie with who was working within my department, but instead it was ME!My strong will and perfectionist attitude were preventing me from releasing control to allow my staff to take on more responsibilityNow I’ve realized that every hurdle on the path to your goals comes from one of 3 target areas:1.) Communicate-Clearly communicating your expectations will save the universe (or at least your sanity!) BEST piece of advice I've ever received.2.) Trust-Training your sidekicks will provide trust in their ability to do their jobs without having to micromanage every move they make.3.) Mindset- You're going to have to kick that ego to the curb and realize you aren't the only hero in town. Teamwork makes the Dream work!When I'm not in the classroom, you'll probably find me with an earpod in my ear either listening to 80's rock or soaking up as much brainpower as I can from a podcast. I'm passionate about growing my business to support as many special education teachers and related service providers as I can with no-fluff, tried & proven tips, tricks and training that help them transform into amazing special educators!Whether you’re a brand new teacher or have been in the trenches for a "few" (wink) years now, I would bet money on the fact that you've felt like our fearless friend here when it comes to dealing with the stress of being a boss to your paraprofessionals.And while any work you do on the three areas above will help your department become tolerable, if you don't optimize them...if you don't meet that kryptonite with full force, those challenges will defeat you again and again.So let me hold that rearview mirror up to those blind spots because once you know what you don't know, you can make some serious moves, my friend.Responsible leadership isn't as simple as caring about your staff. Sometimes you're going to have to make tough decisions that don't please everyone.KUDOS TO YOU, you Responsible person you, for celebrating your strengths and facing your weaknesses. This is SOMETHING only the MOST successful TEACHERS do. And YOU’VE GOT WHAT IT TAKEs to be aLEGEND!As in true Responsible fashion, you lead by example and tend to put others' needs ahead of your own personal agenda. But to build your empire, you need to learn how to use your powers for GOOD. The next steps? |Take a good, long look at the systems and procedures you have in place to train your paraprofessionals to determine how you can further optimize your processes.|Analyze your weaknesses more thoroughly and begin the work of learning how to share control and trust your staff.|Develop a plan to boost morale and build a team culture because there's always room for improvement. Luckily...you don't have to do this on your own. Because really...Who is a superhero without a trusty sidekick?I'll be here to support you on your journey in building that kick-ass team of your dreams. Check your inbox...I sent you something.
• 2.
  Erudite

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  Your leadership style means you're all about growing that brain and connecting those dendrites. You know that knowledge is power and will always be your ally to overcome adversity.As in true Iron Man fashion, you are able stay a step ahead of the competition by putting to good use your colossal wisdom and technical prowess.Knowledge- You have a passion for learning and display extraordinary curiosity in all branches of learning Confidence- You trust your intuition about the actions you take at work and complete tasks without too much deliberationResilience- You know how to move past difficulties and find alternate solutions to accomplish objectives; You adapt to changes and and revise processes to improve efficiencyWit-Despite your profound knowledge and technological advances over most mortals, you enjoy keeping things light and humorous with your good-natured witI teach special education teachers and related service providers who are past the point of frustration of not knowing how to be a boss learn how to embrace their leadership role, build a successful team and become the teacher they've always dreamed of being.After 26 years as a special educator (and embarrassingly struggling for almost 2 decades to find my leadership voice), I finally realized that the problem didn't lie with who was working within my department, but instead it was ME!My strong will and perfectionist attitude were preventing me from releasing control to allow my staff to take on more responsibilityNow I’ve realized that every hurdle on the path to your goals comes from one of 3 target areas:1.) Communicate-Clearly communicating your expectations will save the universe (or at least your sanity!) BEST piece of advice I've ever received.2.) Trust-Training your sidekicks will provide trust in their ability to do their jobs without having to micromanage every move they make.3.) Mindset- You're going to have to kick that ego to the curb and realize you aren't the only hero in town. Teamwork makes the Dream work!When I'm not in the classroom, you'll probably find me with an earpod in my ear either listening to 80's rock or soaking up as much brainpower as I can from a podcast. I'm passionate about growing my business to support as many special education teachers and related service providers as I can with no-fluff, tried & proven tips, tricks and training that help them transform into amazing special educators!Whether you’re a brand new teacher or have been in the trenches for a "few" (wink) years now, I would bet money on the fact that you've felt like our fearless friend here when it comes to dealing with the stress of being a boss to your paraprofessionals.And while any work you do on the three areas above will help your department become tolerable, if you don't optimize them...if you don't meet that kryptonite with full force, those challenges will defeat you again and again.So let me hold that rearview mirror up to those blind spots because once you know what you don't know, you can make some serious moves, my friend.While conflicting viewpoints can be difficult to hear, often they are exactly what you need. Striving to create a culture where new ideas and different opinions are encouraged will result in a workplace that is thriving and growing.KUDOS TO YOU, Erudite, for celebrating your strengths and facing your weaknesses. This is SOMETHING only the MOST successful TEACHERS do. And YOU’VE GOT WHAT IT TAKES to be aLEGEND!As in true Erudite fashion, you are proactive about learning new ways to work efficiently and resolve conflicts in the workplace.But to build your empire, you need to learn how to use your powers for GOOD.The next steps? Take a good, long look at the systems and procedures you have in place to train your paraprofessionals to determine how you can further optimize your processes.|Analyze your weaknesses more thoroughly and begin the work of learning how to share control and trust your staff.|Develop a plan to boost morale and build a team culture because there's always room for improvement. Luckily...you don't have to do this on your own. Because really...Who is a superhero without a trusty sidekick?I'll be here to support you on your journey in building that kick-ass team of your dreams. Check your inbox...I sent you something.
• 3.
  Self-Starter

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  Your leadership style means you're all about setting personal goals, training yourself and identifying solutions to problems. Just like "The Caped Crusader" himself, you are able to think and act fast with conviction and confidence and are a true pioneer for innovative thinking.Motivation- You feel compelled to take action in the workplace without requiring additional prompting from supervisors. Confidence- You trust your intuition about the actions you take at work and complete tasks without too much deliberationResilience- You know how to move past difficulties and find alternate solutions to accomplish objectives; You adapt to changes and and revise processes to improve efficiencyAmbition-As a professional, you are driven by setting and achieving goals, and you know when to set higher goals that are still realistic for you and your team.I teach special education teachers and related service providers who are past the point of frustration of not knowing how to be a boss learn how to embrace their leadership role, build a successful team and become the teacher they've always dreamed of being.After 26 years as a special educator (and embarrassingly struggling for almost 2 decades to find my leadership voice), I finally realized that the problem didn't lie with who was working within my department, but instead it was ME!My strong will and perfectionist attitude were preventing me from releasing control to allow my staff to take on more responsibilityNow I’ve realized that every hurdle on the path to your goals comes from one of 3 target areas:1.) Communicate-Clearly communicating your expectations will save the universe (or at least your sanity!) BEST piece of advice I've ever received.2.) Trust-Training your sidekicks will provide trust in their ability to do their jobs without having to micromanage every move they make.3.) Mindset- You're going to have to kick that ego to the curb and realize you aren't the only hero in town. Teamwork makes the Dream work!When I'm not in the classroom, you'll probably find me with an earpod in my ear either listening to 80's rock or soaking up as much brainpower as I can from a podcast. I'm passionate about growing my business to support as many special education teachers and related service providers as I can with no-fluff, tried & proven tips, tricks and training that help them transform into amazing special educators!Whether you’re a brand new teacher or have been in the trenches for a "few" (wink) years now, I would bet money on the fact that you've felt like our fearless friend here when it comes to dealing with the stress of being a boss to your paraprofessionals.And while any work you do on the three areas above will help your department become tolerable, if you don't optimize them...if you don't meet that kryptonite with full force, those challenges will defeat you again and again.So let me hold that rearview mirror up to those blind spots because once you know what you don't know, you can make some serious moves, my friend.The truth is...we don't actually need to be in control all of the time. What we really seek is the sense of control.KUDOS TO YOU, Self-starter. As in true Batman fashion, you are proactive about finding solutions and resolving conflicts in the workplace. This is SOMETHING only the MOST successful TEACHERS do. And YOU’VE GOT WHAT IT TAKES to be aLEGEND!But to build your empire, you need to learn how to use your powers for GOOD.The next steps? Take a good, long look at the systems and procedures you have in place to train your paraprofessionals to determine how you can further optimize your processes.|Analyze your weaknesses more thoroughly and begin the work of learning how to share control and trust your staff.|Develop a plan to boost morale and build a team culture because there's always room for improvement. Luckily...you don't have to do this on your own. Because really...who is a superhero without a trusty sidekick?I'll be here to support you on your journey in building that kick-ass team of your dreams. Check your inbox...I sent you something.
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  Organization

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  As an Organizational Leader, you have the ability to look wider and deeper, and to bring an advanced skillset to your department through decision-making and strategic thinking. Just like Professor X himself, you have the mindset, the talent, the love of people and the courage and desire to drive and influence change.Motivational- By understanding the basic needs of employees, you are able to motivate an individual to work hard at achieving his or her goals.Big Picture-You have a clear purpose that comes to life through consistent and deliberate behaviors and expect the same from your staff.Innovative-Developing systems is the foundation of every great leader and you know the importance of pulling new ideas from everyone on your team.Problem Solver-When trouble hits, they know from past encounters how to work with the right people and resources to reach a solution.I teach special education teachers and related service providers who are past the point of frustration of not knowing how to be a boss learn how to embrace their leadership role, build a successful team and become the teacher they've always dreamed of being.After 26 years as a special educator (and embarrassingly struggling for almost 2 decades to find my leadership voice), I finally realized that the problem didn't lie with who was working within my department, but instead it was ME!My strong will and perfectionist attitude were preventing me from releasing control to allow my staff to take on more responsibilityNow I’ve realized that every hurdle on the path to your goals comes from one of 3 target areas:1.) Communicate-Clearly communicating your expectations will save the universe (or at least your sanity!) BEST piece of advice I've ever received.2.) Trust-Training your sidekicks will provide trust in their ability to do their jobs without having to micromanage every move they make.3.) Mindset- You're going to have to kick that ego to the curb and realize you aren't the only hero in town. Teamwork makes the Dream work!___________________________________________________________________________________When I'm not in the classroom, you'll probably find me with an earpod in my ear either listening to 80's rock or soaking up as much brainpower as I can from a podcast. I'm passionate about growing my business to support as many special education teachers and related service providers as I can with no-fluff, tried & proven tips, tricks and training that help them transform into amazing special educators!Whether you’re a brand new teacher or have been in the trenches for a "few" (wink) years now, I would bet money on the fact that you've felt like our fearless friend here when it comes to dealing with the stress of being a boss to your paraprofessionals.And while any work you do on the three areas above will help your department become tolerable, if you don't optimize them...if you don't meet that kryptonite with full force, those challenges will defeat you again and again.So let me hold that rearview mirror up to those blind spots because once you know what you don't know, you can make some serious moves, my friend.Being a perfectionist means you're dedicated to performing to the best of your ability and will work harder than anyone else to achieve results, but being too over-the-top can lead to destructive behaviors.KUDOS TO YOU, you Organized person you, for celebrating your strengths and facing your weaknesses. This is SOMETHING only the MOST successful TEACHERS do. And YOU’VE GOT WHAT IT TAKEs to be aLEGEND! But to build your empire, you need to learn how to use your powers for GOOD. The next steps? |Take a good, long look at the systems and procedures you have in place to train your paraprofessionals to determine how you can further optimize your processes.|Analyze your weaknesses more thoroughly and begin the work of learning how to share control and trust your staff.|Develop a plan to boost morale and build a team culture because there's always room for improvement. Luckily...you don't have to do this on your own. Because really...Who is a superhero without a trusty sidekick?I'll be here to support you on your journey in building that kick-ass team of your dreams. Check your inbox...I sent you something.
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  Energetic

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  Your leadership style means you have a high level of energy you use to motivate others. You use your effective communication skills to get the attention of people and by using energizing words and phrases.Just like the "Crimson Comet" himself, you are able to think and act fast and are focused enough to channel that energy to what you are most passionate about.Motivational- By understanding the basic needs of employees, you are able to motivate an individual to work hard at achieving his or her goals.Innovative-Developing systems is the foundation of every great leader and you know the importance of pulling new ideas from everyone on your team.People-Oriented-You care about your employees and are invested in their success. No matter how “big” or “small” their role, everyone is treated equally.Passionate-You have clarity of vision. You are future-focused and have the capacity to engage others to realize their goals as well as see opportunity in adversity.I teach special education teachers and related service providers who are past the point of frustration of not knowing how to be a boss learn how to embrace their leadership role, build a successful team and become the teacher they've always dreamed of being.After 26 years as a special educator (and embarrassingly struggling for almost 2 decades to find my leadership voice), I finally realized that the problem didn't lie with who was working within my department, but instead it was ME!My strong will and perfectionist attitude were preventing me from releasing control to allow my staff to take on more responsibilityNow I’ve realized that every hurdle on the path to your goals comes from one of 3 target areas:1.) Communicate-Clearly communicating your expectations will save the universe (or at least your sanity!) BEST piece of advice I've ever received.2.) Trust-Training your sidekicks will provide trust in their ability to do their jobs without having to micromanage every move they make.3.) Mindset- You're going to have to kick that ego to the curb and realize you aren't the only hero in town. Teamwork makes the Dream work!___________________________________________________________________________________When I'm not in the classroom, you'll probably find me with an earpod in my ear either listening to 80's rock or soaking up as much brainpower as I can from a podcast. I'm passionate about growing my business to support as many special education teachers and related service providers as I can with no-fluff, tried & proven tips, tricks and training that help them transform into amazing special educators!Whether you’re a brand new teacher or have been in the trenches for a "few" (wink) years now, I would bet money on the fact that you've felt like our fearless friend here when it comes to dealing with the stress of being a boss to your paraprofessionals.And while any work you do on the three areas above will help your department become tolerable, if you don't optimize them...if you don't meet that kryptonite with full force, those challenges will defeat you again and again.So let me hold that rearview mirror up to those blind spots because once you know what you don't know, you can make some serious moves, my friend.Even superheroes need to work smarter, not harder.Just because you have the energy and excitement of Flash doesn't mean you don't need to take care of yourself. By stepping back and let others take the lead, you reduce the chances of burn-out.KUDOS TO YOU, you Energetic person you, for celebrating your strengths and facing your weaknesses. This is SOMETHING only the MOST successful TEACHERS do. And YOU’VE GOT WHAT IT TAKEs to be aLEGEND! But to build your empire, you need to learn how to use your powers for GOOD. The next steps? |Take a good, long look at the systems and procedures you have in place to train your paraprofessionals to determine how you can further optimize your processes.|Analyze your weaknesses more thoroughly and begin the work of learning how to share control and trust your staff.|Develop a plan to boost morale and build a team culture because there's always room for improvement. Luckily...you don't have to do this on your own. Because really...Who is a superhero without a trusty sidekick?I'll be here to support you on your journey in building that kick-ass team of your dreams. Check your inbox...I sent you something.