Language is Fundamental to Learning.
Professional development for the people who support students every day.
Supporting Student Communication
Practical Language-Support Strategies for Paraprofessionals & Educational Support Staff
Students rely on language to understand instruction, participate in classroom activities, demonstrate knowledge, and connect with others. Supporting Student Communication provides practical professional development designed to help educational support staff make learning more accessible for special education and general education students.
2.5-HOUR INTERACTIVE TRAINING • IN-PERSON or LIVE VIRTUAL • PRE RECORDED (COMING NOV 2026)
Built for real classrooms
Educational support staff play an essential role in student learning, yet they often have limited access to professional development designed specifically for the work they do throughout the school day.
Supporting Student Communication translates evidence-informed practices into clear, practical strategies staff can use immediately, with an emphasis on communication, participation, independence, and student success.
Complex concepts translated into clear, usable tools specifically for support staff.
Accessible
Strategies designed for immediate use in real classrooms. Support staff learn practical takeaways.
Practical
Student-Centered
Simple strategies that promote participation, success, and independence for general special ed students.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING
“This training was great. I feel the aides need more trainings like this that help us work directly with the students in the classrooms.”
— Middle School Special Education Paraprofessional
90% rated the training
extremely useful
for their work with students
100% reported they were very likely
to use strategies from
the training
94% reported the training was presented at a level appropriate for their role
Meet the Presenter
Kailey Riker, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech-language pathologist • Educator • Professional Development Provider
Kailey Riker is a speech-language pathologist with 15 years of experience working with students and educators across school and clinical settings.
Her work in schools has given her a firsthand understanding of the essential role paraprofessionals and educational support staff play in student learning and the need for professional development that is practical, relevant, and designed specifically for their work.
Through Supporting Student Communication, Kailey brings a speech-language pathologist's perspective to everyday classroom support, translating evidence-informed practices into strategies staff can understand, apply, and adapt across students and settings.
A speech-language perspective on everyday learning.
Supporting Student Communication
Training at a glance
Interactive professional development designed to keep participants engaged and applying what they learn.
2.5 HOURS
FLEXIBLE DELIVERY
Available in-person or live virtual format. Pre-recorded coming Nov 2026. The length of live-virtual and in person presentations can also be slightly modified to fit your needs.
TOOL KIT
Practical tools and resources designed for continued use after the training.
Paraprofessionals, educational aides, special education support staff, and other staff who support students throughout the school day.
DESIGNED FOR
Bring Supporting Student Communication to your district.
Practical professional development for the people who support students every day.
Supporting Student Communication is available for schools, districts, and educational organizations.
Interested in bringing this training to your staff? Complete the inquiry form below to discuss scheduling and training options.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
kailey@rikerlearning.com
Phone
(989) 284-7270