Role: Support personnel important to the team come from inside or outside the school district and may include: Guidance Counselor, Speech/Language Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Adapted Physical Education Teacher, Vocational Evaluator, Vocational Educator/ Vocational Agency Personnel, and Medical Personnel/School Nurse. They will provide expertise in their respective area of knowledge and serve as a resource person in aiding the studentŐs participation in inclusion.
Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate monthly with both regular teacher and special education teacher.
2. Assist in classroom management and instruction.
3. Provide direct/related services as needed on an individual or group basis.
4. Communicate with educators the effective use of assistive devices and or technology.
5. Observe students and suggest modifications to enhance lesson attainment.
6. Provide and encourage many opportunities for the student to interact with adults and other students.
7. Make sure verbalizations, directions, instructions, and conversations with the child are directed to his or her level of understanding