What is an IEP and how does it work?
Introduction
An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is a plan used in the United States to provide educational services to students with disabilities. The purpose of an IEP is to ensure that each student receives the appropriate education tailored to their individual needs so they can reach their maximum potential. Let's take a closer look at how an IEP works.
What is included in an IEP?
An IEP typically includes a student's individual goals, accommodations, and modifications that the school must follow for that student throughout the school year. It also includes information about any related services or therapies provided outside of regular classroom instruction such as speech therapy, physical therapy, or counseling. Additionally, it includes any assessments performed on the student and a timeline for meeting goals.
Who develops an IEP?
The team of people who develop an IEP includes parents, teachers, administrators, counselors, special education personnel and other professionals involved in a student’s education. The team meets regularly to review progress and make necessary adjustments to a student’s program as needed. Each team member has a role in developing and implementing the plan to ensure that it meets all of the student’s needs.
How does an IEP help students?
An IEP provides support for students by giving them access to personalized learning experiences that are tailored to their specific learning style. This helps them stay engaged in learning activities while ensuring they are being challenged appropriately based on their capability level. An IEP also ensures that students receive accommodations or modifications when needed so they can be successful academically and participate fully in classroom activities with their peers.
Conclusion
An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) provides students with disabilities with support tailored specifically for them so they can reach their maximum potential both academically and socially within the classroom setting. It helps teachers provide instruction that is meaningful for each individual student while ensuring students are receiving the necessary accommodations or modifications to help them succeed in school. If you have questions about your child’s individualized education plan, talk to your child’s teacher or school administrator who can provide you with more information about how an IEP works in your particular school district.
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Aaron Robertson testimonials
2019-2020 school year employee evaluation comments:
Aaron's interpersonal interactions with students consistently demonstrate rapport and respect with students.
Aaron has attended co-curricular events in support of students.
You've acclimated to being a full-time member of the staff with grace and ease. Your support of all students is also noted and appreciated.
2020-2021 school year employee evaluation comments:
Aaron pays attention to every detail in a student's IEP, Behavior Intervention Plan, etc., and makes adjustments as necessary to accommodate students' ever-changing needs.
Aaron clearly and consistently communicates with case managers and classroom teachers to ensure the entire team is on the same page and that student needs are properly addressed.
Aaron views each challenge as an opportunity and not only approaches situations with positivity but strives to instill positivity in others as well.
Aaron is a regular contributor to our "Lion Prides" and recognizes staff members for their contributions. He attends professional learning above and beyond what is required and has a genuine interest in continuing to learn. Additionally, he volunteers to assist at events and becoming involved in opportunities like tutoring to be able to assist students throughout the building.
Aaron is a positive team player who is ready and willing to support students and staff in any manner possible. He is truly an asset to his team and the school as a whole.
An e-mail from a district-level administrator, July 27, 2021:
Hi Aaron, Just a short note to say how impressed I have been with your support at both summer school and STEM Camp. You have worked with our students with respect and patience, ensuring their dignity, encouraging them to try rigor, and thus assuring a great experience with their peers. I have also very much appreciated your daily debrief to the families so they are kept abreast of the progress. Thank you so much for your work this summer!
An e-mail from Teachers On Call (TOC) regarding feedback given by employees at two school districts I served in the 2021-2022 school year:
Hello,
On Behalf of Teachers on Call, I would like to recognize your substiutute performance in the 2021/2022 school year! You have received (2), 5-Star Ratings from employees for whom you've subbed. The following comments were also included along with the high ratings:
We appreciate all your great work- keep it up!
Comments from District of Mukwonago:
Outstanding
Comments from District of Muskego:
Mr. Robertson was an excellent guest teacher! I would love to have him back again!
Musky Award (Muskego Lakes Middle School) - February 2024 - nominated by an 8th grade science teacher:
We foster a safe environment where all are accepted. Aaron just radiates positivity, is always a friendly face to see in the halls, and goes above and beyond to develop relationships with students. When he was a guest teacher in my classroom, he utilized my guest teacher binder to really prepare for the day and he even used the prep hour to check in assignments for me. We are lucky to have him as a building guest teacher here at Muskego Lakes!
Musky Award (Muskego Lakes Middle School) - May 2024 - nominated by a 6th grade student:
Made you felt extra special/cared for. Every time we have him as a guest teacher he is always willing to help me with my work or takes time to listen to what I have to say. He is the best guest teacher I have ever had!
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