Behavior Managemen
Behavior Management for autism
Autism affects children in many different ways, so two
children with autism may behave differently in the same
situation.
To successfully interact with a child with autism, it may
be necessary to:
• Use simpler language.
• Use concrete terms and ideas.
• Use a slower, crisper voice.
• Allow more time than usual to respond ( up to 15
seconds).
• Use visual representations, including simple
gestures.
• Inform child of rules and expected behaviors ahead
of time, every time.
• Give short, concise directions.
• Give step by step directions for complex, multistep
tasks or directions.
• Give choices when possible.
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People who have a Role in the Education of
our Child include:
Parents
Teacher
Classroom Aide
Resource Specialist (RSP)
Resource Assistant
Speech Therapist
Program Specialist
Inclusion Specialist
Special Education Consultant
Curriculum Consultant
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Student or Substitute Teacher
Extended Day or Homework Coach
Relative
Tutor(s)
Other
Music or Art Teacher
Baseball or Soccer Coach
After School Daycare Provider
