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Special Education Process by Cami Kleese (Step 4: IEP is implemented and…
Special Education Process by Cami Kleese
Step 1: Identifying struggling students
The first step for a teacher is noticing a pattern with the way a child performs. Some signs may be more obvious than others. Are they struggling with reading, writing, math? How are their interactions with peers and adults? Are they having difficulty concentrating? Following rules?Are they not doing their homework?
Second, a teacher should reach out to the parents to discuss if they have noticed any problems.
Third, reach out to the school for support in developing a response to intervention (RTI) using differential teaching strategies. Document how the student progresses with the techniques. If the RTI plan is not showing any progress, than a referral is needed.
Parents or school administrators can give consent for a child to be evaluated for special education services.
Step 2: Formal Assessment
A referral will be made by either a school administrator or a parent for the child to be evaluated through a process called CHILD FIND.
This evaluation is conducted once parental consent is given. The evaluation determines: Does this child have a disability that requires special education or related services? What are their specific educational needs? What services are appropriate for addressing these needs?
This evaluation is a "full and individual initial assessment" that evaluates all areas of suspected disabilities including speech, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.
Step 3: Eligibility is determined
Once the evaluation is complete, it is determined if the child has a specific disability.
If the child is eligible to receive services, an IEP plan must be implemented within 30 days.
Step 4: IEP is implemented and Placement determined
After goals are created, supports are identified to work with the student. The teacher receives a copy of the IEP plan and accommodates instruction for the student.
An IEP meeting is scheduled with a team of professionals including the parents, the child, the teacher, school administrators, social workers, paraprofessionals, and any other professional working with the child.
Goals are created with everyone involved in the meeting to meet the student's educational needs.
During the IEP meeting, professionals will identify the child's strengths and weaknesses and decide on the best placement and related services.
