This training has been specially designed for TA’s & Learning Assistants to increase your understanding of Autism and the strengths & challenges of learners with ASD.

Start the 2021 school year equipped with practical strategies & tools to better support children on the Autism Spectrum.

Module 1 – Understanding & Supporting Learners with ASD (Full Day)

• What is Autism?
• The sensory and communication differences that learners with ASD may experience.
• Understanding each learner and their individual profile of strengths & challenges.
• How to build a kete/toolbox of strategies, visual aids, activities & tips to better support children with ASD in the learning environment.

Cost: $195 + GST per Teacher Aide   
Venue: The Garden Room, Grey Lynn Community Centre
Date: Thursday 28th January 2021, 9am to 4pm

*Webinar version: Wed 27th January 2021 (register here for webinar)

Find out about MoE Pilot Fund for TA training here

 

Module 2 – Next Steps in Supporting Learners with ASD (2 hour Follow Up Session)

• A follow-up session and an opportunity to review & refresh your Autism knowledge based on your classroom experiences supporting children with ASD.
• Top up your kete/toolbox with strategies, resources & activities specifically for the children you support.
• Autism Q&A – further enhance your knowledge & understanding of Autism specific to the child or children you are supporting.
• Only suitable for those who have attended Module 1

Cost: $50 + GST per Teacher Aide 
Venue: The Garden Room, Grey Lynn Community Centre
Date: Thursday 4th March 2021, 7pm to 9pm

* Webinar version: Wed 3rd March 2021 (register here for webinar)

Find out about MoE Pilot Fund for TA training here

 

Auckland families going back into lockdown – we are still here to support you.
Our team will be working from their home offices – we’re getting pretty good at that now!
You are not in this alone, we understand what you and your child are going through right now and our team are here to help.

Please phone/email/message us if you need any assistance, information or support of any kind.

Ph: 021 792 855
Email: enquiry@autism.org.nz
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BuildingBrighterFuturesForFamilies
COVID19 information

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Support during COVID19 lockdown has been made possible by the generous support of the Clyde Graham Charitable Trust, proudly managed by Perpetual Guardian through the Covid-19 Response Fund

GEMS
Girls on the Autism Spectrum
Empowering
Mentoring
Supporting

Girls with Autism are often diagnosed much later than most boys, and sometimes not at all.

• Understand more about girls on the Autism Spectrum and how they may differ from boys.
• Learn tips & strategies to help girls to navigate those tricky adolescent/teenage years.
• Share your experiences with other parents & caregivers who are going through similar challenges and highlights as you

Make yourself a coffee or tea and join us on Zoom for a virtual meet-up.  Our Family Consultant Jeanita Cush-Hunter is passionate about equipping our girls and young women with skills for life & will be on hand to guide discussion and answer your questions.

This is a great place to share experiences, ask questions, discuss issues, and learn from each other.

This online group has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of Women, enabling Children’s Autism Foundation to provide support to New Zealand women.

UPCOMING MEETING DATES (usually 2nd Thursday of each month) 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Thursday 15th July

REGISTER HERE

Never used Zoom before?
Zoom is super easy, it takes you through a simple installation process when you click the meeting link.  Please phone us on 021 792 855 if you have any questions or email enquiry@autism.org.nz if you wish to set up a “practice” meeting beforehand.

We are thrilled to again be supporting the wonderful folk at Tim Bray Theatre Company to bring you Sensory Relaxed performances in 2021.

Tim Bray Theatre Company is celebrating 30 years by bringing two of their cherished shows back to the stage with Sensory Relaxed performances.

Monday 12th July – Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons
Book tickets here

October/November show– Roald Dahl’s The Twits, adapted for the stage by Tim Bray, songs by Christine White. Created for ages 5-10, appoximately 50 minutes.

Sensory Relaxed performances are for anyone who would benefit from a less formal, supportive theatre atmosphere and may be especially benficial for children with sensory, movement, communication, and learning needs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The pre-show introduction, where you’ll meet the actors and have a demonstration of the lights, sound, and surprises in the show, begins 15 minutes prior to show time.  Shows are on at The PumpHouse Theatre in Takapuna. For show dates, booking information, and online resources to prepare for your Sensory Relaxed performance, visit our website: https://timbray.org.nz/accessible-performances/#Sensory

To book a familiarisation visit to the theatre please contact the Tim Bray office on 09 486 2261 or email katie@timbray.org.nz