ABSTRACT

This trailblazing resource teaches educators how to support the strengths of children and teens on the autism spectrum as they transition into their lives as adults.

Offering ideas and solutions to counter the currently steep unemployment rate for those on the autism spectrum in the United States, each chapter takes a strength- and asset-based approach to autism and neurodivergent education, training, and employment. The author draws upon his lived experience as a parent to a neurodivergent child to provide unique and proven strategies with real-life applications.

Secondary and post-secondary educators can learn to refresh their current standards of practice and the concept of what is possible and appropriate in working with students on the autism spectrum.

chapter |3 pages

Introduction

part 1|57 pages

In the Classroom

chapter 1|8 pages

Identifying Strength

chapter 2|6 pages

Listening

chapter 3|5 pages

Setting Up Sequencing

chapter 5|3 pages

Holistic Approach

chapter 6|4 pages

Demeanor of Educator

chapter 7|21 pages

Assessment

chapter 8|4 pages

Deception Without Deceit

part 2|39 pages

Training

chapter 9|4 pages

Simulation Site

chapter 10|3 pages

Failure to Succeed

chapter 11|5 pages

Holistic Approach

chapter 12|6 pages

Slow to Go Fast

chapter 13|12 pages

Setup of Training

chapter 14|4 pages

Assessment

chapter 15|3 pages

Feedback

part 3|32 pages

Placement

chapter 16|8 pages

Portfolio

chapter 17|6 pages

Work-Based Interview

chapter 18|2 pages

Talent Over Charity

chapter 19|3 pages

Employer Communication

chapter 20|2 pages

Assimilation vs Integration

chapter 21|3 pages

Job Coaching

chapter 22|3 pages

Parent Expectations

chapter 23|3 pages

Benefits