A-4 Autism Spectrum Disorder: What Every Paraeducator Should Know

Presenter

• Scott Gutentag, Ph.D., LEP, NCSP, School Psychologist

Formats and Times

• In-Person Training: 3 hours (8:30-11:30)
• On-Demand Webinar: 2.5 hours

Content

An overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and practical information paraeducators can use for effective teaching. Strategies and behavior supports will be discussed and include visual pacing and closure systems, schedules, prompting hierarchies, and reinforcement principles.

Intended Audience

Paraeducators working with students with ASD

Participants Will

1. Become familiar with the major characteristic of autism spectrum disorders.
2. Become familiar with a variety of teaching strategies and behavior supports.