Autism

This guide offers course-track options for paraprofessionals who work with students with autism.

Reinforcement is an evidence-based practice designed to increase behaviors. Implementing this practice reinforces the connection between the desired behavior and the reward, increasing the likelihood of future successes.

In this video, we see a student use his communication device to request his chosen reinforcer once he has completed a task.

Meeting your student’s sensory needs by identifying and supporting sensory preferences or sensitivities can have a significant impact on their success in the classroom.