Dec 28th 11 Posted by Barbara

Graphic Design – an autism career question

I teach high school in a suburb of Atlanta. My subject is graphic design,  and I have a student who possibly has the “gift” of art. He learned Adobe  Illustrator in about 10 minutes, while my other students are still  learning how to use it! This student loves to draw and color using the  computer, and he is very good at it. His parents and I would really like  to see if he could... read more

Sep 20th 11 Posted by Barbara

Job Advice Needed in Texas – an autism request

Hello,  I am a high functioning Autistic individual who is seeking a job in the Hurst, Euless, Bedford, North Richland Hills, Texas area. What would you suggest to do in my job search? I am already signed up with DARS agency and have a job coach, but I am still having trouble finding a job. What kind of advice would you have to give me on getting a job? Laura  Does anyone have any information... read more

Sep 16th 11 Posted by Barbara

Job Coach needed in California Bay Area – an Autism request

Debbie wrote: Hello:  My son is 19 and is high functioning with PDD.  He is capable of doing work but needs help because of initial anxiety and sometimes needs instructions repeated several times. He can gradually learn but needs that extra help. Is it possible for me to find a job coach through your website who specializes with people like this who can help me locally?  I live in Marin County... read more

Aug 30th 11 Posted by Barbara

Resources in Iowa? – an Autism Job Request

“I was wondering if you know of any resources in Iowa for helping an adult with Aspergers to find a job? My son is 28 and a recent college graduate. We don’t know where to turn to find help. Thank you.” This is an email we received recently from a mom named Pam. I’m not aware of any resources specific to Iowa but I’m hoping one of our readers can help.  Please add your... read more

Jun 29th 11 Posted by Barbara

Biotech Job Needed in San Francisco Bay Area – An Asperger’s Job Request

“Hi, I’m a 40 yr old guy with Asperger Syndrome who lives in the San Francisco Bay area. I have a Masters degree in the biotech field, but am having a big problem with finding/keeping employment. I like doing the labwork that I do, but have found that the intense, interpersonal interactions required have made me consider any possibilities outside my field. I have a temp job right now,... read more

Jan 18th 11 Posted by Barbara

Job Coach Needed in San Francisco Bay Area – an Asperger’s Request

My son is 35 yrs. old, has a BFA in art, and cannot find help with his learning disabilities and a job coach. He was fired from a major coffee house and an  auto repair job.  He is intelligent, diligent, responsible, and very honest.  He has Asperger’s or high-functioning autism, and the job counselors here help developmentally disabled adults who don’t have Asperger’s. How can... read more