Wutism spectrum disorder manual for teachers and paraprofessionals

Individuals who have marked deficits in social communication, but whose symptoms do not otherwise meet criteria for autism spectrum disorder, should be evaluated for social pragmatic communication disorder. With or without accompanying intellectual impairment With or without accompanying language impairment. Associated with a known medical or genetic condition or environmental factor. Coding note : Use additional code to identify the associated medical or genetic condition.

Associated with another neurodevelopmental, mental, or behavioral disorder. Coding note : Use additional code[s] to identify the associated neurodevelopmental, mental, or behavioral disorder[s].

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Log In Join Us. View Wish List View Cart. Previous Next. Teachings in Education Followers. Grade Levels. Not Grade Specific. It is likely that little training with respect to autism spectrum disorders has been given to prepare for this role. Paraprofessionals should have knowledge of the characteristics of autism in general, and the assigned student in particular. Know his learning style, preferences, needs and strengths. The information contained in this kit for all of the specific school community members will be helpful for paraprofessionals, as they often accompany the student in his interactions throughout the school.

If support is provided at lunch, then be aware of the sensory and communication needs—and strategies to employ—during lunch. Of all the individuals who support a student over the course of a school day, the student is likely to become most dependent on a Remember to strive towards raising expectations and promoting independence in the student at whatever level he is capable of handling.

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