KYMBERLY LOUISE - MON 23 NOV 2020

A TEAM APPROACH: SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY, DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY, DOWN SYNDROME & CHROMOSOMAL DISORDERS

ALL STAFF IN MAINSTREAM AND SPECIAL EDUCATION SETTINGS - INCLUDING LEADERSHIP, SPECIAL EDUCATION AND WELLBEING COORDINATORS, COUNSELLORS, CLASSROOM TEACHERS AND SUPPPORT STAFF

PRESENTER - KYMBERLY LOUISE, BEHAVIOURAL SCIENTIST

This workshop is intended for all school staff working with students or involved in planning, program or policy development for student wellbeing when working with students with intellectual disability. This practical workshop will provide information and hands-on learning about using a team approach to support students in transitioning well into new school or class environments; to prepare the new environments in a way that maximises successful inclusion; or just for refreshing skills to ensure a more successful experience in the future in continuing environments.

Learning outcomes for this workshop include:

• Understanding the student – characteristics, learning skills and challenges
• Developing social skills – using visuals – independent learning – contracts
• Collaborative practice – all levels of staff, parents and peers
• Understanding behaviour and Influences on behaviour.

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