Table of Contents Introduction Background for the Development of these Guidelines Job Performance of Employees with Learning Disabilities Strategies for Supervision General Techniques for Working with Employees with LD Preparations supervisor should make before employee starts to work Welcoming techniques for beginning the work experience On-going supervisory techniques Strategies to use in supervisory conferences Specific Problem Behaviors and Strategies for Handling Them Insecurity about role on the job and low self-esteem Memory problems and inability to follow directions Distractibility and short attention span Inability to transfer learning Reluctance to ask for information or for help Perseveration and impulsivity Lack of social skills (shyness) Lack of social skills (inappropriate responses) Behaving as a service recipient rather than a service provider Poor judgment in regard to safety issues Ingredients for Successful Supervision Qualities of the on-site supervisor which contribute to effective job performance by the employee with learning disabilities Sources of supervisory consultation and suggestions for implementing support for the on-site supervisor Conclusion Resources

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