Skills and Interests:

baking

dogs

craft

I also work as a Specialist Support Worker too!

Availability: Some specialist support worker availability.

About Me: I’m a friendly mum of two beautiful children. After navigating my own personal experience, in which one of my children requires support, I developed a strong willingness to help support other families in the community. I find it extremely rewarding to support children with an autism diagnosis. Watching them become more independent and confident in their own individual abilities is priceless.

Skills and Interests:

music

cooking

volleyball

Availability: Some availability on weekdays and weekends.

About Me: I am 18 years old, and I am studying for a Bachelor of Psychology at UWA, with the aspiration to be a clinical psychologist for children and youth. I love being able to help children grow in a healthy environment. I think every child is unique, and I want to help children who have autism to express autonomy, develop their strengths, and improve on their weaknesses.

Skills and Interests:

baking

crafting

swimming

Availability:Some availability on weekdays and weekends.

About Me: I am currently studying a bachelor of Psychology and Counselling at ECU, my future goal is to become a school counsellor. I have also completed a Cert 3 in Allied Health Assistance as a therapy assistant, where I learnt many skills that OT and Physios have for example, how to implement programs, facilitate group activities, and what person centred care means.

courtney, therapy assistant and support worker

Skills and Interests:

homework

walks/hiking

beach

Availability: Currently fully booked

About Me:My name is Courtney, I am from Perth, and I am currently studying primary teaching and specialising in special needs. One of my favourite quotes is: “Every child deserves a champion – an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.” - Rita  F. Pierson.

Skills and Interests:

cooking

camping

arts and crafts

Availability: Some availability weekdays and weekends

About Me: Hi I am Danni, I am 33 years old and a proud neurodivergent mum of two amazing neurodivergent kids, aged 11 and 8 years old. I am currently in my third year of studying a Bachelor of Speech Pathology at ECU. I have worked with children with an autism diagnosis for over 8 years, and I am passionate about supporting neurodivergent kids and their families to feel understood, empowered, and supported as they work toward their goals.

Skills and Interests:

maths

chess

coding

I also work as a Specialist Support Worker too!

Availability: Some availability on weekdays and weekends.

About Me: For most of my working life I have been involved in Mathematical Education. My passion, although still very fond of Mathematics and computing, is making the life of the people around me better/more enjoyable. I believe I was put on this earth to make a positive difference to every one I interact with. I am a little peculiar myself. I have suffered being bullied at school for being a nerd. So I like to think I can relate well with autistic people.

Skills and Interests:

basketball

gym

beach

Availability: Currently fully booked

About Me: Hi, my name is Ellie McLaughlin, and I am a 21-year-old university student studying for a Bachelor of Social Work. I started disability support work just over a year ago and have loved every second of it since. I love supporting children with autism and their families because it is meaningful work. Seeing children achieve goals and develop in ways that may have once been unimaginable is beyond rewarding.

Skills and Interests:

swimming

outdoors

beach

Availability: Currently fully booked

About Me:I am a positive, energetic person with a passion for supporting children with communication difficulties. I have experience with non-verbal children and believe in holistic, gentle approaches to ensure the whole family have their needs met. I enjoy working in teams so that my clients can access the quality of life achievable when there is a focus on ensuring their human rights are at the centre of therapy, education and medical treatment.

Skills and Interests:

crafts

painting

water sports

I also work as a Specialist Support Worker too!

Availability: Currently fully booked

About Me:My name is Katherine and I have been working with and teaching children for many years in a range of different roles. I have always had a passion for anything to do with the visual arts, and I have worked as an art teacher both in high schools and in after school programs for over 15 years. I love helping kids with ASD and other neurodiverse diagnoses to find a safe space to create and express themselves, where they don't have to try to just conform to the expectations of the neurotypical world.

Skills and Interests:

horse riding

arts and craft

outdoors

Availability: Currently fully booked

About Me: I’m Lily, a 20-year-old originally from Perth but raised in the beautiful wilderness of Tasmania for the last 16 years. In 2022, I made the move back to Perth to dive into my passion: Paramedicine. I enjoy working with kids and love their imaginative and creative personalities; seeing them grow and become more confident in themselves is extremely rewarding! I grew up in a neurodiverse household, with my older sister having an ASD diagnosis.

Skills and Interests:

Italian cooking and language

exercise

outdoors

Availability: Some availability on weekdays.

About Me: Hi, my name is Maria and I am a mother. My favourite word is inclusion, with some of us needing more support than others. That’s where people like myself who show empathy, care and guidance are needed. I am fluent in Italian, always like to look on the bright side and take nothing for granted. I have a genuine passion in helping children with an autism diagnosis and their families to achieve their best, making them happy and smile. I have experience in supporting individuals with intellectual disability. I also need to be honest - I’m not a big fan of driving and am best suited to those wanting assistance and engagement in their home environment.

Skills and Interests:

basketball

swimming

running

I also work as a Specialist Support Worker too!

Availability: Currently fully booked

About Me: I am currently a second-year Occupational Therapy student at Curtin University, I chose this career path as I am deeply passionate about helping others achieve their goals and live their best lives. I am passionate about helping children reach their full potential and thrive as an individual. I believe that every child regardless of their ability deserve to be understood, supported and given the opportunity to learn and grow without extra stress.

Skills and Interests:

paper mâché

makeup

guitar

Availability: Some availability weekdays and weekends.

About Me: I'm Millie and I'm 21. While studying, I’ve been lucky enough to work as an Education Assistant at a secondary school, where I have supported autistic students in their learning. When I first started supporting children with an autism diagnosis, I knew I’d found my calling. I’m passionate about helping kids build confidence and independence, and it’s incredibly rewarding to see them reach their goals and feel a true sense of joy and belonging.

Skills and Interests:

music

martial arts

video games

Availability: Some availability weekdays and weekends.

About Me: I am a 35 year old studying a Double Bachelor in Psychology and Counselling at ECU, with a goal to becoming a registered psychologist. As someone who has had to find their own way in life, I have made it my purpose to prevent others from wandering through life as lost as I was. As I myself have autism and have struggled in my youth to understand myself and my place in the world, I am compelled to prevent others in the same situation from being lost during their formative years.

Skills and Interests:

dungeons and dragons

storytelling

digital technology

Availability: Unavailable until mid August.

About Me: My name is Oliver, and I’m a passionate, creative, and reflective pre-service teacher committed to building inclusive and engaging learning environments where every child feels seen, supported, and empowered to grow. like supporting children with an autism diagnosis and their families because I believe in creating inclusive, respectful environments where every child can thrive. I’m passionate about understanding each child as an individual.

Skills and Interests:

puzzles

hiking

cats

Availability: Some availability weekdays and weekends

About Me: I'm 23 years old and have lived in Perth, Western Australia my entire life. I completed a Certificate III in Education Support within my last two years of high school and was lucky enough to work within a Pre-Primary and Year 1 classroom and after that I began my work within the support work industry. Within my experience as an Education Assistant, I was able to support a few children with an autism diagnosis and being there to support them achieving their goals means the absolute most to me.

Skills and Interests:

gaming

sport and fitness

education

Availability: Some availability weekends

About Me: I have a background in Education, coaching and operation management and Work Health and Safety. I have a strong connection to the Autism community and I teach in a specialist learning program at a public high school. my students have an autism diagnosis and I’m experienced with adjusting my support to cater for co-occurring conditions too, such as ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Dyslexia.

Skills and Interests:

team sports

crafts

board games

Availability: Some availability weekdays and weekends

About Me: Hi, my name is Stacey. I am lucky enough to be a wife and a mum. I love to keep busy and have fun. I genuinely love what I do and feel honored to be part of each family’s journey. Whether it’s helping a child reach a new milestone or supporting parents through challenges, I believe in walking alongside families every step of the way. I have experience working with groups of autistic children and have coached a wide variety of sports teams.