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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a genetic disorder which may also be affected by the environment. The severity of the disorder varies from mild to severe with a broad spectrum of skills and abilities.  The main characteristics of ASD are the need for repetitive routines, and difficulty with social communications and interactions. A few characteristics which may indicate ASD are:

·         Avoid eye contact

·         Focus on one object

·         Difficulty understanding visual cues

·         Flapping their arms

·         Rocking side to side

·         Distress with deviation from routines

·         Difficulty maintaining a conversation with peers

Symptoms may be improved with support, therapy, and behavioral treatments which may lead them to independence with support in adulthood.

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·         Provide a safe, calm-down space

·         Alternate fun and difficult tasks

·         Teach social skills in small parts

·         Praise positive behavior

·         Use visuals

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Autism in the classroom: Strategies for success | Autism Speaks

6 Tips for Teaching Students With Autism | Teach For America

National Association of Special Education Teachers: Autism (naset.org)

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Stress and the Autism Parent | Interactive Autism Network (iancommunity.org)

Autism Webinars - Autism Research Institute

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This site offers teachers strategies to help reach a positive outcome in the classroom and provides resources of support for parents.

Autism Resources & Help (For Parents, Teachers & More) (elemy.com)

This site offers specific activity and game ideas for teachers to use with students in the classroom and also includes tips, support groups, and answers to common questions for parents.

AUTISM RESOURCES FOR PARENTS, TEACHERS AND CAREGIVERS. (insource.org)