Supporting Females with Autism Spectrum Disorder within the School Setting

Presented by: Luann Bertaux, M.A., BCBA & Caitlin O’Brien Fielding, M.S. Ed.         Hosted by: FAU CARD

Females often demonstrate characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder differently than males. Research has shown that they are often more skilled at masking their deficits. This training will provide teachers with information and strategies to help identify and support females with ASD who are struggling behaviorally and socially in the school setting.

Participants will be able to:

1. How autism may manifest differently in females than in males.

2. Strategies for addressing behavioral challenges in females with ASD.

3. Strategies for addressing social/emotional challenges in females with ASD.

About the Presenter

Luann Bertaux is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with a Master's Degree in Education. She started her career as a classroom teacher and has worked with girls with autism from pre-k to adulthood. She has worked and consulted in school settings for over 30 years.

Caitlin Fielding received a Bachelor’s of Science in Special Education and Elementary Education with a dual certification from Dowling College in Oakdale, NY, and a Master’s of Science in Educational Leadership from Barry University in North Miami Beach, FL. Caitlin has worked in the field of special education serving the ASD population for the past 10 years. She has experience with all age ranges and has served as a private behavior specialist, as well as an ESE teacher, and clinical mentor. She brings experience in the area of transition.

About FAU CARD

The FAU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) provides expert consulting, training and support, at no charge, for people with autism and related disabilities, their families and the professionals serving them. FAU CARD’s goal is to optimize the potential of the individuals we serve by helping them become valued members of their communities, enabling them to learn, work, communicate and socialize. If an accommodation(s) for a disability is required, please call 561-297-2055 or e-mail us at CARD@fau.edu, a minimum of 5 working days in advance of the date of the event. As a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, we have had to rely on the community for support. Help us provide free support and assistance to people with autism and related disabilities. To donate to FAU CARD visit: http://coe.fau.edu/centersandprograms/card/donate.php