This webinar will introduce practical ways to support non-speaking autistic students using a total communication approach. In this webinar, we will explore;

• Understanding and implementing a total communication approach in the classroom
• Supporting AAC users in the classroom

Facilitator: Jessie is a Deputy Principal in a Special School for Autistic children with complex needs. She has 13 years experience supporting and teaching autistic students. Jessie has worked in a range of roles including home tutor, autism preschool tutor, SNA and Special class teacher. Jessie completed an undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education and Care in 2012 and qualified as a primary school teacher with Hibernia College in 2019. Jessie completed a Post Graducate Certificate in the Education of students on the Autism Spectrum with DCU in 2024. Jessie is passionate about educating Autistic students to their fullest potential. She runs the Instagram page ‘InspiredbyAutism’.