A teacher can make an incredible difference in the life of a neurodivergent child. The teachers who took the time to understand me, encourage my creativity, and see beyond my differences helped me discover confidence I didn't know I had.
I know every student is different, and I have tremendous respect for the work teachers do every day to understand and support each of them. I’ve gathered a few resources that I hope may be helpful for educators who want to learn more about autism and the different ways neurodivergent students may experience the world. These are simply resources I found valuable and wanted to share in the hope that they might offer another perspective or helpful idea.
10 Things Teachers Need to Know About Autism
https://magicorelearning.com/2022/04/10-things-teachers-need-to-know-about-
Sensory processing and educational psychology: creating classrooms where all
learners can flourish
https://edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/sensory-processing-and-educational-psychology-
creating-classrooms-where-all-learners-can-flourish/
The Educator’s Guide to Executive Functions: How to Understand and Support
Students in Need
https://www.additudemag.com/executive-functioning-adhd-teacher-
guide/?srsltid=AfmBOoqG06wLL3Z5QmxsAczra7GpVQ-fNw2JlH1mVp_E97a5-
The Executive Function Toolkit
https://www.branchingminds.com/blog/executive-function-toolkit
7 Must-Have Learning Tools for Autism: Get Your Special Education Classroom
Up & Running Quickly
https://autismclassroomresources.com/autism-classroom-materials/
24 Activities, Strategies, and Resources for Teaching Students with Autism
https://www.waterford.org/blog/activities-for-children-with-autism/