The Douglass School Program serves children ages 3 to 21 diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with emphasis on the development and generalization of instructional readiness, self-control, functional communication, social skills, functional academics, prevocational skills, and independent adaptive living skills. Functional behavioral assessment is the cornerstone for all behavior interventions.
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Class size and staffing ratio that allows for one to one and small group instruction.
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Oversight by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA-D and BCBA).
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Intensive support model available for individuals with more significant behavioral needs.
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Parent training and support services (observations, clinics, home consultation as needed).
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Job sampling and post-secondary transition services available.
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Adaptive physical education provided by a certified teacher.
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Speech and language services provided by licensed Speech Language Specialists
General Information
Location: 25 Gibbons Circle, New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901
Phone: 848-932-4500
Referrals: Send to the Director via:
- Mail: Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center, 25 Gibbons Circle, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
- Phone: 848-932-4500
- Email: referrals@dddc.rutgers.edu
Operating Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Administrative staff are available: 8:15 a.m. tp 3:45 p.m. Students/Clients attend the program from 9:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Calendar: View the 2024-2025 DDDC School Program Calendar
Preview the 2025-2026 DDDC School Program Calendar
Download: DDDC Remote Instruction Plan 2025-2026