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 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

Nov 5th 10 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

Should You Disclose to an Employer? – Asperger’s Employment Advice

People who come to me for career coaching often ask my opinion about whether they should disclose their Asperger’s Syndrome to an employer. My reply is, “It depends.” Disclosure is a personal decision. Whether it is the right option for you depends on the nature of your job, your overall performance, specific challenges that you face, whether you have had a disciplinary action, and your comfort... read more

Oct 11th 10 Posted by Barbara

Seeking an Appropriate Job – an Asperger’s Request

I received this email from Matthew, who lives in North Carolina… I have undiagnosed Asperger’s and have been trying to find work that does not  demand a lot of contact with people (i.e. retail, customer service). I’ve a  university degree in math and programming. Are there any major agencies, organizations, or non-profit sector you know of that help those with  Asperger’s... read more