Responsibilities: Assess students' skills and determine their educational needs Adapt general lessons to meet students' needs Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student Plan activities that are specific to each student's abilities Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track their progress Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals Discuss students' progress with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and from school to life outside of school