Whats it like working with autistic kids?

Question

I was just thinking about what i wanted to do when i get older.

that always sounded interesting to me.

Answer 1

My hubby has worked with autistic adults for many years and there are different levels. but his are very severe and need constant care and supervision/acting out kicking biting spitting hitting and you should go to a group home and visit to see what the workers deal with on a daily basis first to see if it something you could handle. Not all people have the patience and stamina to do that sort of work it is very demanding.

Answer 2

my brother has autism and constantly requires attention. the severity of autism ranges alot

Answer 3

It depends on how mildly or severely a child is affected with Autism.

Autism ranges from Low-Functioning Autism (LFA) to High-Functioning Autism (HFA).

Answer 4

I'm sure it's a very rewarding job but it unfortunatly doesn't pay for teh amount of potential harm that can be done to you.

Answer 5

Incredibly rewarding! Some skills you really need to have: patience (bucketloads!), understanding, lateral thinking, more patience, open ness, a sense of humour (most days I laugh at what my students come out with: sometimes it's laugh or cry!). You also need excellent communication skills and be able to relate to both parents and kids. Did I mention you need patience?