In this instructional monologue, the presenter outlines a staff‑training method for teaching paraprofessionals how to use a visual waiting cue with a student. The approach begins by explaining why waiting is challenging for students and how a visual cue can chunk waiting time into manageable segments. The presenter then models the technique with a student named Johnny, who is playing a puzzle while waiting for an iPad. Throughout the waiting period, the presenter provides verbal updates (e.g., "getting closer," "halfway") to reinforce the visual cue. The paraprofessional observes this demonstration multiple times before being asked to implement it themselves. The presenter emphasizes the importance of gaining staff buy‑in by involving them in the explanation and modeling phases rather than simply handing over a tool.
