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Tourette Association of America Education Volunteer

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ORGANIZATION: Tourette Association of America

We are looking for excellent public speakers to deliver our Education Presentation throughout Connecticut to various schools. Volunteers must have some knowledge of Tourette Syndrome, Tic Disorders, and Neurodiversity. It will help to also have knowledge of IEP/504 processes. This can be a virtual or in person opportunity.

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About Tourette Association of America

Location:

42-40 Bell Blvd. Suite 205, Suite 205, Bayside, NY 11361, US

Mission Statement

The Tourette Association is dedicated to making life better for all people affected by Tourette and Tic Disorders. .

Description

Founded in 1972 in Bayside New York, the Tourette Association of America is the only national voluntary non-profit membership organization in this field.

We offer resources and referrals to help people and their families cope with the problems that occur with TS. We raise public awareness and counter media stereotypes about TS. Our membership includes individuals, families, relatives, and medical and allied professionals working in the field.

Program development, education and medical programs, government outreach, adherence to the Tourette Association of America's mission, maximizing efforts, minimizing expenses, Team Tourette events, awareness month, publications, chapter relations, research grants, scientific and medical conferences, are ongoing efforts of the Tourette Association's full time professional staff.

Volunteers of extraordinary dedication and professional merit serve on the Tourette Association of America's Board of Directors, Medical Advisory Board(MAB), and Scientific Advisory Board (SAB).

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
People with Disabilities
Children & Youth, Education & Literacy, People with Disabilities

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Litchfield Hills, CT 06759

SKILLS

  • General Education
  • Group Facilitation
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Public Speaking
  • Special Needs

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 2 hours per presentation
  • comfortable discussion Tourette Syndrome, Tic Disorders, and other related conditions.

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