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Supporting Students with Traumatic Brain Injury: A Guide for Teachers

Educators play a vital role in recognizing and supporting students with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), including concussions. Not all students show obvious signs of learning difficulties, making early detection challenging. Symptoms may emerge gradually and require collaboration between teachers, parents, and healthcare professionals. Teachers should be vigilant for signs like confusion, difficulty concentrating, or emotional changes. Effective accommodations and open communication can help students manage their recovery while continuing their education. Teamwork is essential in fostering a supportive learning environment.

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Supporting Students with Traumatic Brain Injury: A Guide for Teachers

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  1. Traumatic Brain Injury What teachers need to know

  2. Not every student with a concussion (TBI) will have signs/symptoms affecting their learning • For those that do it is not always evident until they return to the classroom • Very often it takes time for the student and parents to realize the impact it does have on their learning • Can be difficult for teachers to assess, as well. • We do a good job of educating coaches and athletes-now we need to educate educators! • Significant TBI’s may take weeks to months for a full recovery depending upon the severity of the trauma.

  3. Signs Observed by Teachers • Appears dazed or stunned • Confused • Answers questions slowly • Repeats questions • Shows behavior or personality changes • Forgets assignments

  4. Symptoms Reported by Student • Difficulty thinking clearly • Difficulty concentrating or remembering • Feeling more slowed down • Felling sluggish, hazy, foggy or groggy • Headache • Fatigues or feeling tired • Emotional changes ie. Sad, irritable, nervous

  5. What to look for after a concussion: What to watch for • Increased problems paying attention or concentrating • Increased problems remembering or learning new information • Longer time needed to complete tasks or assignments • Difficulty organizing tasks • Inappropriate or impulsive behavior during class • Greater irritability • Less ability to cope with stress or more emotional

  6. Accommodations that may be needed • Take rest breaks as needed • Spend fewer hours at school • Be given more time to take tests or complete assignments • Receive help with schoolwork, and/or • Reduce time spent on the computer, reading, or writing • 504 Plan may be needed for prolonged signs/symptoms

  7. What teachers can do • Talk to the student about changes you have noted • Communicate with their counselor and the school nurse • Counselor and/or nurse will call parents for more information and determine if a meeting to plan for accomodations is needed. • We will work as a TEAM to help these students in their recovery!

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