The Watson Institute

In recognition of @PNCBank “Great Month” we would like to honor the dedicated PNC Grow Up Great volunteers like Alison Rahuba and her colleagues for their tireless efforts to support students at the Watson Institute’s schools!

We were delighted to host a team of educators from @wjcollege for a tour of our educational programs at our school in South Fayette. We appreciate our partnership to develop future generations of special educators!

The weather is notably one of the hardest things to plan a schedule around. Preparing your students for weather-related changes to their daily classroom schedule before it happens can help reduce frustration and anxiety. thewatsoninstitute.org/watson-life-re…

Watson hosted Rep. Jason Ortitay for a tour of our South Fayette school programs. Rep. Ortitay met with parents from his district and learned about Watson’s important work supporting children with disabilities.

Encountering problems is part of daily life. Learning how to tackle problems as they arise and coming up with solutions is an important social skill set to impart to your students. thewatsoninstitute.org/resource/socia…

Watson welcomed colleagues from the @duqedu Institute for Disability, Empowerment, and Advocacy (IDEA) at our Bridgeville campus to share ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen partnerships that advance disability empowerment and inclusion across our region.

When children learn to name their feelings, they’re better able to express themselves, ask for help, connect with others, and manage their emotions in healthy ways. thewatsoninstitute.org/resource/emoti…

We’re hiring now for the Extended School Year (ESY) summer programs at Watson! Make a positive impact in an instructional aide or special education teacher role in one of our special education schools! Apply today! thewatsoninstitute.org/careers/substi…

Does your child have difficulty going to bed or sleeping soundly through the night? Developing a consistent nighttime calming routine can help your child prepare for bed and achieve better sleep over time. thewatsoninstitute.org/watson-life-re…

Learn how educators at Friendship Academy teach students job readiness skills through In-House Vocational Experiences (IHVE)! thewatsoninstitute.org/ihve-job-readi…

This time of year can often bring about a run of illnesses: common colds, seasonal allergies, and flu. Help your students prepare and learn how to manage when they’re feeling under the weather! thewatsoninstitute.org/resource/socia…

Benji’s parents love the individualized support and sense of community provided at LEAP Preschool in Sharpsburg. Learn how you can enroll your typically developing child between the ages of 3 and 5 today! thewatsoninstitute.org/schools/leap/

An educator asked us for help with a student who started licking things; toys, walls, and other people, and would grow frustrated at attempts to redirect the behavior. Check out the activities and strategies we recommended as replacement behaviors! thewatsoninstitute.org/watson-life-re…

The @UNCTEACCH method is a cornerstone of Watson’s educational approach, that emphasizes visual supports, organized environments, and predictable routines. It’s perfectly suited to meet the unique needs of children with autism spectrum disorder & other intellectual disabilities.

Watson is hiring school custodians at our Sewickley and Pittsburgh special education schools! These evening shift jobs support the smooth operations of our schools. Apply today to join our maintenance teams and earn a sign-on bonus. thewatsoninstitute.org/jobs/janitor/

Having the skills to recognize and name feelings from a young age leads to better problem-solving, stronger communication skills, and more empathetic adults. thewatsoninstitute.org/resource/helpi…

Thank you @PNCBank - your longstanding partnership through the Grow Up Great program supports Watson’s Education Center programs through volunteerism, grant funds, and donations of school supplies. We’re grateful for your partnership!

Children with Autism may exhibit self-injurious behaviors like biting, hitting, or pinching themselves. Check out these interventions to help reduce and redirect self-injurious behaviors. thewatsoninstitute.org/watson-life-re…

Learn how the Watson Institute is partnering with @RMU to help educators earn their Special Education Teaching Certifications in accelerated pathway programs. thewatsoninstitute.org/partnerships-h…

Self-control can encompass a wide array of topics! Teaching these topics is made simpler by using a social story template. Check out social stories for inspiration to build your own and teach your students about self-control! thewatsoninstitute.org/resource/self-…