School Shadowing Services
What Are My Next Step Options?
School Shadowing Program
What Are My Next Step Options?
How At-Home Services Work
Assessment
After your child has received an Autism diagnosis, a comprehensive assessment of your child’s needs is conducted by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This helps us create a customized therapy plan tailored to your child’s unique goals and challenges.
Therapy Sessions
Our therapists provide one-on-one sessions in your home, working on targeted skills and behaviors. Each session is structured and designed to maximize your child’s progress.
Parent Involvement
Parents play an integral part in the effectiveness of their child’s therapy. We provide training and resources to help you support your child’s development every step of the way.
Ongoing Support and Evaluation
Regular check-ins and assessments ensure that the therapy plan remains effective and adjusts as your child grows and progresses.
School Shadowing Services
We are dedicated to ensuring that children with autism thrive in every aspect of their lives, including their academic environments. Our School Shadowing Program is designed to provide individualized support for children within their school settings, helping them navigate and succeed in mainstream classrooms.
What is School Shadowing?
School shadowing involves assigning a trained therapist, known as a "shadow," to accompany a child throughout their school day. The shadow provides support and guidance, helping the child manage their behavior, stay focused on tasks, and integrate with their peers. This individualized attention ensures that the child can participate more fully in their educational experience.
How Our School Shadowing Program Works
Assessment
After your child has received an Autism diagnosis, a comprehensive assessment of your child’s needs is conducted by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This helps us create a customized therapy plan tailored to your child’s unique goals and challenges.
Collaboration with School Staff
Our team works closely with teachers, administrators, and other school staff to ensure a cohesive approach to supporting the child.
Ongoing Support
The shadow accompanies the child to school, providing continuous support throughout the day. This includes assisting with transitions between activities, encouraging positive interactions with peers, and implementing behavior management strategies as needed.
Regular Monitoring and Adjustment
We regularly monitor the child’s progress and adjust the support plan as necessary. The BCBA oversees the implementation of the plan and provides additional training and guidance to the shadow as needed.
Benefits of School Shadowing
Personalized Attention
Each child receives one-on-one support tailored to their specific needs, ensuring they can fully participate in classroom activities.
Behavior Management
Shadows are trained in behavior management techniques, helping to address any disruptive behaviors and promote positive actions.
Enhanced Learning
With the support of a shadow, children can better focus on their academic tasks, leading to improved learning outcomes.
Social Integration
Shadows facilitate social interactions, helping children build meaningful relationships with their peers.
Consistency
The strategies and interventions used in the school setting are consistent with those used for at-home and in-center therapy sessions, providing a cohesive approach to a child’s development.
What Are Next Steps?
For more information or to schedule a visit, contact us today. Our care managers are ready to discuss how we can best support your child’s development.
