What is the name of the legal document that dictates services for special education students?
Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
How many students can you have on your caseload?
60
Name a staff member that you may collaborate or cotreat with in the schools.
Occupational Therapist, social worker, teacher, psychologist
Name an extra duty you may have working in a school.
Bus duty
What is an advocate?
Advocates help parents make sure a child's special needs are met and help them understand the special education process.
What are some common S/L assessments used in the school?
CELF-5, PPVT-5, GFTA-3, ARIZONA, RESCA-E, TWF, TILLS
When will you be an independent clinician during your school placement?
Depends on supervisor. Be prepared to see all students on your caseload within the first 3 weeks. Reports and IEPs will probably be later.
Will you have to write IEPs or present during IEP meetins?
Yes. The amount of involvement will change with supervisors. Your experiences writing STRs and presenting to parents will help you!
What is the most common S/L disorder that is treated in the schools?
Speech Sound Disorders
Name the members of the IEP team. (at least 3)
parent, student, administrator, general education teacher, special education teacher, social worker, SLP, psychologist, school nurse
Does billing for services take place in the public schools?
Yes. We bill services through Medicaid.
What happens if parents do not agree with the school's recommendations for services?
The parents have the right to seek mediation or to file for a Due Process hearing.
What does PLOP or PLAAFP stand for in an IEP?
Stands for present level of academic achievement and functional performance.
Do school based SLP's see students in groups or individually?
Both! In most districts, group vs individual is not determined on the IEP.
Name a way to schedule students for therapy.
By disability, grade level, students' schedule.
Do districts pay for licensure or professional development?
It depends on the district.
