Autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that may cause social, communication, or behavioral challenges.

The degree to which students with ASD experience any of these challenges varies, leading to the use of the term “spectrum.” The learning, thinking, and problem-solving abilities of people with ASD can range from gifted to severely challenged. ASD does not necessarily affect a student’s thinking, learning, or problem-solving, or a student’s physical appearance. 

The Centers for Disease Control estimates that approximately 1 in 54 children have been identified with ASD.

Sources: cdc.gov and ed.gov  

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We founded TeachTown with one clear mission: To measurably improve the academic, behavioral and adaptive functioning of students with disabilities. Teachers, parents and clinicians need proven tools and strategies that can help them meet educational goals and increase every child’s intellectual and social functioning.

TeachTown is committed to research and evidence-based practices with an exclusive focus on serving the needs of students with moderate to severe disabilities, including:

  • Students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder
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Elizabeth Ramirez

Elizabeth Ramirez
Ms. Ramirez is a self-contained teacher in an autism classroom in New Jersey at C. Richard Applegate School. She has extensive experience in the Kindergarten through 2nd grades, but this September Elizabeth will loop into the 3rd through the 5th-grade population. She is excited to work with older students and testing. Her undergraduate was double majoring in psychology and sociology and minored in women’s studies. Quantitative methods and Social Sciences was her master's area of study and came to education from the field of market research.
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TFH Special Needs Toys

TFH Special Needs Toys provides products that enable the "Power of Play" through functional intervention, learning opportunities and play for everyone. We manufacture and distribute sensory toys, therapeutic products, and specialized sensory room equipment.

TFH believes that every person has the right to meaningful inclusion. We provide sensory products that develop or reinforce skills, knowledge, and behaviors through the power of inclusive play. 

We started with our signature Full Support Swing Seat in 1983 and we have evolved into the premiere supplier of sensory products for special education programs throughout the country. 

We offer all of our products through our website. There you will find a variety of products categorize by Senses & Skills to assist in finding what suits your needs. Purchase online with a credit card or purchase

Alecisha Smith

Alecisha Smith
This Alcisha’s 7th year in a self-contained functional classroom where her students complete extensions of the common core standards. In Winston Salem, NC, she is a proud grizzly bear at Gibson Elementary school. Her bachelor's degree is from Winston Salem, with a focus on Rehabilitation studies. In addition, she holds two master's degrees, one in rehabilitation counseling from Winston Salem State and her second master’s degree from North Carolina A&T in Special Education.
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November 10, 2021

Cathy Wojcik

Cathy Wojick
In her 28th in education, Cathy Wojcik has taught in various early childhood special education settings (ECSE), including Self-Contained ECSE, Reverse Inclusion ECSE, Inclusive PreK, and Itinerant/Community Based. She also served on the Evaluation Team for PreK and is currently an ECSE Autism teacher. Cathy holds a BS in Special Education from Penn State University and M.Ed. in Early Childhood Special Education.
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Dr. Marissa Kase

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Marissa Kase is currently in her 6th year of teaching in a self-contained autism unit. She has taught children with autism in grades 1 through 5 and she absolutely loves it. Every moment in her classroom is an adventure and she lives for all of the small victories that her and her students have each and every day. Being a special education teacher has completely changed the way Marissa looks at things and has allowed her so many opportunities. She is currently the president of her local CEC chapter as well as conference coordinator for Florida CEC. She is so thankful for the amazing opportunities and mentors that CEC has provided her with.
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