For Administrators
At VCU-ACE, we recognize the vital role administrators play in supporting
educators who work with autistic students. Our collection of resources and
training materials is designed to empower administrators to create inclusive
and effective learning environments for all students.
We invite you to explore VCU-ACE administrator resources to assist in this
critical leadership role!
Identifying Best Practices in Autism Education: A Walkthrough Tool for Administrators
Walkthrough Tool
The Walkthrough Tool can help to assess and promote best practices in autism education. Use it for quick 15-minute walkthroughs, longer classroom visits, or as a self-reflection guide for teachers & staff.
Download the Walkthrough Tool (PDF)
Conversation Guide
This guide is helpful when structuring conversations that follow a 15-minute walkthrough or longer observation and can help to collaboratively determine steps to improve best practices and their implementation in school settings.
Download the Conversation Guide (PDF)
Instructional Guide
Download the Instuctional Guide (PDF)
Training Video
Performance Standards and Evaluation Criteria for Special Education Teachers
Evaluation Tool
Download the Evaluation Tool (PDF)
Scoring Rubric
Download the Scoring Rubric (PDF)
Administrators Guide to Students with Autism Self-Paced Course
Learn about the defining characteristics of autism and how to effectively support students both academically and behaviorally. The course is designed around a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework and includes real-world examples that you can apply across various educational settings. Topics covered include:
- Academic support strategies
- Behavioral intervention approaches
- Supporting students across diverse learning environments
Tips for Administrators Webcast
Learn tips designed to provide school personnel with tools and strategies needed to build inclusive schools for autistic students.
More Training Opportunities
MyACE Dashboard
Want an easy way to keep track of your training? With the MyACE dashboard, you can see what training options are available and track your progress!
Foundations of Autism Spectrum Disorder Self-Paced Online Course
The Foundations of ASD self-paced course provides information about the characteristics of ASD and is a great place to start learning about autism.
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ASD for Paraprofessionals Self-Paced Online Course
This self-paced online course for paraprofessionals meets the requirements of Virginia HB 325 and the Training Standards from the Virginia Department of Education. The VCU-ACE Team would love to discuss how your school or division can meet this important requirement and ensure paraprofessionals are equipped for success!
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How-To Video Series
These short videos are approximately five minutes long and are intended to provide a quick look at implementing a particular strategy. The How-To videos provide a short description of the topic with real-life video examples of how to implement evidence-based practice in the classroom for students with ASD.