where can i go to find information on how to work with and teach children with autism?

Answer 1

http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos070.htm

Also, try to volunteer in a class so you can see how involved this profession is. There are many different levels of autism, that's why it's call autistic spectrum disorder; the spectrum runs from mild to severe with many other impairments (language, social, adaptive/self help, and especially sensory impairments). It's very rewarding if you find you like working with these special kiddos.

Answer 2

If you are looking for an educational program, I would suggest a finding a college that offers a degree in special education.

Here are some other resources that I recommend. Best of luck to you; children with autism are often a challenge, but always a joy to teach!

Websites:

"Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew" by Ellen Notbohm" - http://www.southflorida.com/sfparenting/sfe-sfp-autism,0,6196233.story

Website of Paula Kluth, Ph.D. - http://www.paulakluth.com/autism.html

Teaching Tips for Children and Adults with Autism by Temple Grandin, Ph.D - http://www.autism.org/temple/tips.html

Books:

"Principles of Everyday Behavior Analysis" by L. Keith Miller

"Not Even Wrong: Adventures in Autism" By Paul Collins

"Your Life is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome" by Jerry Newport

"You're Going to Love This Kid!: Teaching Students With Autism in the Inclusive Classroom" By Paula Kluth

Answer 3

http://www.daylon.com/autism/

there's a link to a paper I wrote on Autism.

Answer 4

Just remember to keep calm and be gentle and kind no matter what they do.

Answer 5

http://www.users.uswest.net/~tbharris/prt.htm
http://www.worksupport.com/Main/proed_teachersparents.asp

Answer 6

try rdiconnect.com