A Resource Specialist Program (RSP) is a special education service that provides academic assistance to eligible students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). This instructional service is provided for students with exceptional needs who are in a general education setting. Respource Specialist programs utilize a combination of push-in and pull-out services, depending upon the needs of each student. Students receiving Resource services are assigned to their general education classroom for a majority of the school day and receive services from the Resource Specialist Staff either directly in a collaborative basis with the general education classroom teacher or in the Resource Room.

The purpose of the resource program is to increase access to the general education curriculum. This is typically done by remediating gaps in foundational reading, writing, and/or math skills, assisting students in accessing the lessons in their general education class, and assisting teachers with the implementing classroom accommodations.

What does Resource Specialist Service look like during distance learning?

Students will receive support via various methods. The resource program staff:

• pushes into the general education teachers’ Zoom lessons

• supports students in break-out rooms during the general education teachers’ Zoom lessons to re-teach, practice, and review new or troublesome concepts

• conducts small group Zoom sessions to provide assistance to students

• consults with the general education teachers to ensure they understand each student’s IEP and accompanying accommodations

• collaborates with and provides support to the general education teachers

• provides feedback to students on their work

• collaborates in the IEP process

• supports parents and families