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Teaching with autism

Bcfcforever55

Good evening all,

I have just been diagnosed with autism. I feel quite happy really because I used to do and feel certain ways and I actually have an answer now.

I have a meeting with my headteacher (boss) on Monday is there any teachers here please? When speaking before about potentially been autistic last week. He said I would be the first in the schools history and they are here to support me anyway possible.

I don't know what sort of reasonable adjustments would be good for me. I've looked into a quite space and also looking at requesting help during my PPA time to make sure I'm using the time effectively. Also. My HOD ( head of department) is very last minute and disorganised so I'm mentioning to her also and the head that actually I need to know these things in advance. (I feel this won't change her at all)

Can anyone else think of anything else or if you're a teacher what I could ask or think about please?

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  • Well, I teach, freelance mainly nowadays, and often online. 

    I didn't enjoy navigating office politics in the classroom, whenever I did get to work in a school. You can't choose the textbooks nor the way syllabuses are aplued, and there is often paperwork to deal with too. Revolving doors can be a pain too. 

    Your head sounds supportive though. What needs would you like to have met in your new workplace now that you have had a diagnosis? 

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  • Well, I teach, freelance mainly nowadays, and often online. 

    I didn't enjoy navigating office politics in the classroom, whenever I did get to work in a school. You can't choose the textbooks nor the way syllabuses are aplued, and there is often paperwork to deal with too. Revolving doors can be a pain too. 

    Your head sounds supportive though. What needs would you like to have met in your new workplace now that you have had a diagnosis? 

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