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few things
By kali

Make a visual schedule. Ask with your speech or sped person if they have a schedule icon program. Ours does, and they are great since they are very specific and school related. If not, I would recommend this student's one
on one starts the year of with a project...taking picture at each session of the day...morning meeting, lunch, recess, etc. and putting them in a pocket chart, book, or some other way this student can effortlessly access.

Always give warnings before changing activities. Perhaps a few more than you usually do. Like when there is 10 minutes left and then 5 minutes left..and then a

2 min clean up warning or changing activities warning.

Be careful with sarcasm, idioms, body or other nonverbal communication. Some times this is very confusing for real literal thinkers.

Have the child's aide work on feelings and emotions. Showing different models and examples daily.

Know that an important strategy for your student will be how they can ground themselves and feel in control of themselves. Give your aide the freedom to make the call when this student needs to leave the room and go for a walk. This can support their interest too. I had autistic student who loved creatures! His 1-1 would take him to see the turtle in the building and it was a way for him to calm down.

Have a box, tent, or other "special" area where all kids can escape to when they are feeling like they need a break.

Do not expect eye contact always, as that can be a challenge for autistic kids.

Watch for signs of self abuse...even if it seems small...do they put there feet under their chair? chew their mouth? Bang their head? etc. Sometimes these children have a higher level tolerance to pain.