Sarah Lynes Inclusive Education Facilitator
SD40 New Westminster
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Sarah Lynes is passionate about her work as an educator and inclusion advocate. She enjoys supporting diverse learners and collaborating with staff teams throughout British Columbia and Ontario. Sarah received a Masters in Inclusive Education and a second Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. Sarah currently works as a School District Inclusive Education Facilitator, Curriculum Developer, Presenter, and a Queen's University Course Writer/Instructor. Sarah leads professional development in the areas of: inclusive education, social emotional learning, universal design for learning, wellness for educators, mindfulness in education, and trauma-informed practices. In her free time Sarah enjoys traveling with her family, hiking, camping, and practicing yoga/meditation.
Understanding Autism - Strategies for Classroom Success
Explore how Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) impacts students in a variety of ways, with a diverse range of symptoms varying between individuals. In this interactive workshop strategies and interventions that foster student engagement and academic growth will be discussed. Participants will leave with a list of resources and relevant curriculum examples with access points. Topics addressed:
Positive Behaviour Intervention
-four functions of behaviour
-reinforcing positive behaviours
-trauma sensitive practices and environments
Developing Student Self-regulation Skills
-co-regulation
-body and sensory breaks
-adaptations of curriculum and access points
Facilitating Effective Communication Skills
-augmentative and alternative communication devices
-visual supports, social stories
Supporting Social Skill Development
- personal and social skill development strategies
Sensory Sensitivities
-sensory aversions and sensory seeking behaviours
-environmental supports & classroom layout
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