If the administrator is assigning this role to a designee that person must be:
1.
qualified to provide, or supervise the provision of, specially designed instruction,
2.
knowledgeable about the general education curriculum, and
3.
able to commit district resources.
Can a teacher fill this role?
The IEP team is composed of:
The parents of the child.
At least one regular education teacher of the child (if the child is, or may be, participating in the regular education environment).
At least one special education teacher or, where appropriate, at least one special education provider.
A representative of the school district who is qualified to provide, or supervise the provision of, specially designed instruction; is knowledgeable about the general education curriculum; and is knowledgeable about the availability of district resources.
An individual who can interpret the instructional implications of evaluation results (who may be one of the teachers or the district representative listed above
Any individuals who have knowledge or special expertise regarding the child, including related services personnel.
The regular education teacher, as a member of the IEP team, is required to participate in the development of the IEP, including determining appropriate behavioral interventions, supports, strategies, program modifications, and supplementary aids and services, as well as support for school personnel.
It is essential that the district representative be someone with the authority to commit the resources of the district so that everyone is sure that whatever services are stated in the IEP will actually be provided.
