Skilled Staff

Skilled Staff systematically individualize instructional variables to maximize the learning outcomes of students with IEPs. They identify and use evidence-based practices appropriate to their professional preparation and are most effective. Skilled staff use regular progress monitoring to accurately measure the learning progress of students with IEPs, and they individualize instruction variables in response to assessment results. They create safe, effective, and culturally responsive learning environments by using behavior change practices that are evidence-based, embracing the use of positive behavior supports that respect the culture, dignity, and basic human rights of students with IEPs. Skilled staff engage in the objective and systematic evaluation of themselves, colleagues, services, and programs for the purpose of continuous improvement of professional performance. They promote opportunities for parent education using accurate, culturally appropriate information and professional methods.