ICT collaboration

In the Special Education FAQ, the DOE identifies collaboration time as a “required component” of a successful ICT program. Since the general education teacher and special education teacher share accountability for the planning, delivery of instruction and assessment for all students, they need to collaboratively plan, prepare and facilitate lessons, activities and projects. As stated in the FAQ, “co-teachers must be provided regular common planning time during the workday (i.e., time dedicated for Professional Development; time dedicated for Other Professional Work; professional activity assignments; and prep periods)."

Under the 2022-27 Memorandum of Agreement, common planning time is identified as a priority professional activity assignment for special education teachers.