Instruction
Students often arrive to school facing numerous challenges.
Educators are charged with the daunting task of teaching the student, no matter
what challenges are present outside the classroom. It is important to
understand what issues a family may be facing as well, to best support the
student. As an educator, it is important to know where to find resources that
may be of assistance, and to communicate that information to families
effectively.
Allocate at least 1.5 hours in the field to support this field experience. This is a Block I Field Experience. In this block, your field experience must be completed before or after school, or another designated time when students are not present.
Observe, interview, and collaborate with an outside agency that supports K-12 public or private resource special education students and their families. In your discussion, select and address at least three parental challenges from the list below:
---------------------------------------------------------------------• Financial issues
------------------------------------------------------------------------• Limited opportunities for recreation and leisure
--------------------------------------------------------------------------• Sibling issues
---------------------------------------------------------------------------• Constant care and supervision of a child with a disability
------------------------------------------------• Increased potential for marital problems
-------------------------------------------• Logistical issues such as transportation
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Difficulty getting time away from job
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Frequent disability-related crises
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Health issues of family, other members
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Difficulties obtaining appropriate educational services
In 250-500 words, reflect upon your observations, interview, and collaboration. Discuss potential solutions, strategies, and resources that could help parents facing the challenges you selected. In addition, explain how you plan to apply your findings to your practice as a professional.