Hard Skills
AdvancedIndividualized Education Program (IEP) DevelopmentThe ability to design, implement, and monitor customized educational plans that address the unique cognitive and physical needs of students with intellectual disabilities.
IntermediateAdaptive Communication TechniquesProficiency in using Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) systems, visual aids, and simplified language to interact with students who have limited verbal skills.
AdvancedBehavioral Intervention & SupportApplying evidence-based strategies, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to manage challenging behaviors and foster positive social interactions.
IntermediateAssistive Technology IntegrationThe selection and use of specialized hardware and software designed to assist persons with disabilities in performing tasks that might otherwise be difficult or impossible.
IntermediateRegulatory Compliance (ADA/IDEA)Thorough knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act as they apply to instructional settings.
IntermediateTask AnalysisThe pedagogical skill of breaking down complex skills or daily living tasks into small, sequential, and teachable steps.
AdvancedCrisis Intervention and De-escalationTechniques for identifying the warning signs of a crisis and utilizing verbal and non-physical methods to safely manage aggressive or self-injurious behavior.