Autism (TaC)
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We provide
- Tailored supports that empower educational staff to meet the diverse needs of every learner and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students - fostering growth, success, and a sense of belonging for all.
- Strategies that address the unique characteristics of autism and guided implementation of evidence-based practices for communication, social skills, and behavior management.
- Comprehensive professional development designed to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to create inclusive learning environments where students with autism can thrive.
- Networking Meetings to collaborate with relevant stakeholders in order to help educators to support students who fall under the umbrella of neurodiversity and autism.Educators, administrators, therapists, and support professionals come together to share knowledge, resources, and best practices for creating inclusive and supportive learning environments for neurodiverse students
Consultation designed around:
Facilitated Classroom Self-Reflection & Essential Instructional Practices in the following areas:
- Academic Instructional Strategies
- Shaping student behavior
- Visual supports
- Clear and Concrete Language
- Multisensory Learning
- Structured and Predictable routines
- Individualized instruction
- Breaking tasks into smaller steps
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skills Instruction
- Flexible Grouping
- Collaboration, Communication & Culture Building
- Co-regulating environments
All offerings are available upon request. For current offerings see the Learning Opportunities/PowerSchool Professional Learning.
Contact Us
Name | Title | |
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Tanya Morret | TaC Supervisor | thmorret@iu12.org |
Geri Schaffer | TaC Program Specialist | gaschaffer@iu12.org |
Michelle Rowe | Administrative Support | mlrowe@iu12.org |