Adapted Physical Education (APE) teachers help ensure students with disabilities can safely and successfully participate in physical education. They assess students’ movement skills, help determine individual needs, and work with the IEP team to recommend appropriate supports and services.

APE teachers may provide specialized physical education instruction or consult with staff to adapt activities, equipment, and lessons so students can participate alongside peers when appropriate. They also help develop IEP goals, monitor student progress, and collaborate with families, teachers, and related service providers to support student success.

Assistive Technology (AT) helps students with disabilities access learning and participate more independently in school activities. AT may include tools, equipment, or technology that support communication, learning, mobility, writing, reading, or daily school tasks.

The IEP team determines if a student needs assistive technology based on their individual strengths and needs. Supports may range from simple tools, such as visual supports or adapted writing tools, to more advanced technology like communication devices, specialized software, or access tools for computers.

Assistive Technology services may include evaluating student needs, selecting and customizing tools, training students and staff on how to use the technology, and monitoring how well the supports are working. AT services are provided to help students participate in learning, work toward their IEP goals, and build independence.

Behavior support services help students develop the skills needed to be successful in school by addressing behaviors that may impact learning, social relationships, or participation in school activities. These services focus on teaching positive replacement skills that help students regulate emotions, communicate needs, and engage in learning.

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) works with the IEP team to identify student needs related to behavior, learning readiness, and social functioning. Services may include direct student support, consultation with staff, development of behavior intervention plans, and monitoring the effectiveness of behavior supports.

Behavior support services may include conducting behavior assessments, helping staff implement evidence-based strategies, supporting skill development such as self-regulation and communication, and collaborating with families and school teams. These services help students participate in learning, work toward their IEP goals, and build independence.

Hearing Itinerant Services supports students who are deaf or hard of hearing in accessing learning and fully participating in school. These services help students develop communication skills, self-advocacy skills, and strategies to support success in academic and social settings.

The Hearing Itinerant Teacher works with the IEP team to identify student needs related to hearing, communication, and classroom access. Services may include direct support with students, collaboration with teachers and staff, and monitoring the students’ use of hearing technology and classroom accommodations.

Hearing Itinerant Services may include helping students build listening and communication skills, supporting the use of hearing devices or classroom sound systems, providing staff training, and working closely with families and school teams to support student progress. These services help students participate in learning, work toward their IEP goals, and build independence.

Occupational Therapy (OT) supports students in developing the skills needed to participate in school activities and daily tasks. These services focus on fine motor skills, sensory processing, executive functioning, self-care skills, and access to learning tools and materials.

The Occupational Therapist works with the IEP team to identify student needs related to classroom participation and functional independence. Services may include direct student support, consultation with staff, and recommendations for classroom strategies or equipment.

OT Services may include support with handwriting, keyboarding, organization, sensory and behavior regulation, self-care, attending to tasks, and use of adaptive tools, among other things. These services help students access learning, work toward their IEP goals, and build independence.

Occupational Therapy (OT) services provided in the school setting are different from services provided in hospitals, clinics, or private therapy settings. School-based OT focuses on supporting students in accessing and making progress in their educational program and IEP goals. As a result, school-based services may not address all areas that could be treated in a medical or private therapy setting.

Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Services support students with visual impairments in safely navigating their school and community environments. These services help students develop the skills needed to move safely, confidently, and independently.

The O&M Specialist works with the IEP team to identify student needs related to safe travel and environmental awareness. Services may include direct instruction with students and collaboration with school staff and families to support safe and independent movement across settings.

O&M Services may include instruction in spatial awareness, safe travel techniques, use of mobility tools, and navigating school and community locations. These services help students build independence, increase safety, and support participation in school, work, and community activities.

Physical Therapy (PT) supports students in developing the physical skills needed to safely access and move within their school environment. These services focus on strength, balance, coordination, endurance, and mobility.

The Physical Therapist works with the IEP team to identify student needs related to physical access and participation in school activities. Services may include direct student support, consultation with staff, and recommendations for positioning, movement, or equipment.

PT Services may include support with walking, transfers, posture, safe movement in the school setting, and use of mobility equipment when needed. These services help students safely participate in learning and school activities while working toward greater independence.

Physical Therapy (PT) services provided in the school setting are different from services provided in hospitals, clinics, or private therapy settings. School-based PT focuses on supporting students in accessing and making progress in their educational program and IEP goals. As a result, school-based services may not address all areas that could be treated in a medical or private therapy setting.

School Social Work/Counseling Services support students in developing the social, emotional, and behavioral skills needed to be successful in school. These services help students manage emotions, build positive relationships, and navigate challenges that may impact learning.

The School Social Worker, School Counselor, or School Psychologist works with the IEP team to identify student needs related to social-emotional functioning and school engagement. Services may include direct support for students, consultation with staff, and collaboration with families.

Social Work/Counseling Services may include instruction in coping skills, emotional regulation, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and social skills. These services help students participate in learning, work toward their IEP goals, and build independence.

Speech-Language Services support students in developing communication skills needed for learning and social interaction. These services may address speech sounds, language development, social communication, and feeding or swallowing when appropriate.

The Speech-Language Pathologist works with the IEP team to identify student communication needs. Services may include direct therapy with students, consultation with staff, and collaboration with families.

Speech-Language Services may include support with speaking clearly, understanding and using language, social communication skills, and the use of communication devices when needed. These services help students participate in learning, work toward their IEP goals, and build independence.

Vision Itinerant Services supports students with visual impairments in accessing learning and fully participating in school activities. These services help students develop skills needed for academic success, independence, and safe participation in their school environment.

The Vision Itinerant Teacher works with the IEP team to identify student needs related to vision, learning access, and use of specialized materials or tools. Services may include direct instruction with students, collaboration with teachers and staff, and monitoring the effectiveness of accommodations and vision supports.

Vision Itinerant Services may include instruction in the use of visual supports, braille, assistive technology, or adapted learning materials, as well as consultation with staff and families. These services help students participate in learning, work toward their IEP goals, and build independence.