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Linwood Center, Inc.

Programs and services for children and adults living with Autism

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Linwood School

Linwood School

Linwood School is approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) to provide a non-graded special education and related services program for students with autism (ages 5 through 21) with additional residential components. Linwood School is co-ed with a capacity of 60 students; the primary characteristics of our students are consistent with those on the autism spectrum.

Our school program provides instruction and positive behavioral supports in classroom settings as well as vocational training and related services. Our students are taught self-care, independent functioning, community-based skills, recreation and leisure, and other functional skills that are necessary as they transition into adulthood and community living.

Building On Individual Strengths And Interests

Linwood School staff implements programs that are aligned with the best practices models identified by the National Professional Development Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders, including (a) the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards, (b) Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) to help with communication skills and prerequisite learning, (c) the use of TEACCH bins, file folder activities, and Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECs), and (d) the science of Applied Behavior Analysis to decrease maladaptive behaviors and increase appropriate replacement behaviors. We provide instruction in the following areas:

  • Mathematics
  • Reading / English Language Arts
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Health Education
  • Music Therapy
  • Physical Therapy
  • Career Development
  • Personal Management
  • Transition Planning

The cornerstone of the teaching process at Linwood is identifying each student’s strengths and interests. Teachers plan activities that build on this foundation, using strategies that include Positive Behavioral Supports and reducing unwanted behaviors while teaching alternate desirable behaviors.

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Linwood’s Mission

Our mission is to create the possibility of extraordinary lives for children and adults living with autism and related developmental disabilities by providing education, vocational training, residential support and employment opportunities.

Linwood’s Vision

Our vision is to be a virtual presence throughout our communities and a leading provider of educational, employment, and residential services for children and adults living with autism.

Career Opportunities

Linwood has several openings for individuals interested in working with the following programs: Linwood School, Residential Services, Adult Services, and Administration. Click here to learn more about employment with Linwood!

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Linwood Center, Inc.
3421 Martha Bush Drive
Ellicott City, Maryland 21043

(410) 465-1352
admin@linwoodcenter.org

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