SPD- 200
Field Experience A: Administrator Interview
Here are the questions and the responses from the school assistant Principal, she oversees
the Special education Department. Had the interview been in person it would have been
different, but I still received very knowledgeable information from her. I believe that people look
past the Special Education department and they mainly feel bad or judge the students and the
teachers that are in this program but for the teachers and aides that chose to help them, it is
everything. We are told that each child is different and unique. I believe that this is true, you do
not see what goes on at home when they are not in school. You cannot judge a child based on
their needs. As an educator, your role is to guide each child and help them succeed. This
information that I have received opens new perspectives for me. There is so much to this
program. Just like any other classroom, these students are what make this classroom. We must be
willing to go out of our way to help them as they were our own. This information prepares me on
how to act when in the classroom when it comes to the needs of those that are special. It also
helps me know who else I can speak to when it comes to helping a child and how to act without
making it bad on my end. Since the parents are involved, we want to include them and make sure
they understand what is going on and how the child acts in certain situations. Just like the
material I have already learned. This continues to be a learning experience for me since I did not
expect to have to learn this. I have a brother who has special needs, and this even helps with him
at home.
, Characteristics and Services:
What are the characteristics of individuals with disabilities whom you serve (including gifted as
well as those with disabilities)?
Every child with a disability has different characteristics. Students who are autistic can show
different characteristics, but they have the same disability. Some characteristics are they struggle
in learning in the classroom. Students can be academically behind because they struggle with
comprehension or they have short attention spans. Some students struggle with their behavior
and do not know how to cope with problems. The students get irritated quickly and have trouble
controlling their emotions. Students who are gifted tend to think "out of the box."
What are the educational, developmental, and medical services available for individuals with
disabilities on your campus?
On my campus, we have a Special education, 504, and dyslexia program. This is aside for the
Life Skills classroom. Students in the program all have plans to better assist their needs. Students
can receive services as resources or inclusion. Students are usually pulled out for extra
intervention in a small group to better assist students with what they are struggling with. These
services also help students learn in a way that is best for them because of their disability.
Students who need medical services are made available from outside resources.
Field Experience A: Administrator Interview
Here are the questions and the responses from the school assistant Principal, she oversees
the Special education Department. Had the interview been in person it would have been
different, but I still received very knowledgeable information from her. I believe that people look
past the Special Education department and they mainly feel bad or judge the students and the
teachers that are in this program but for the teachers and aides that chose to help them, it is
everything. We are told that each child is different and unique. I believe that this is true, you do
not see what goes on at home when they are not in school. You cannot judge a child based on
their needs. As an educator, your role is to guide each child and help them succeed. This
information that I have received opens new perspectives for me. There is so much to this
program. Just like any other classroom, these students are what make this classroom. We must be
willing to go out of our way to help them as they were our own. This information prepares me on
how to act when in the classroom when it comes to the needs of those that are special. It also
helps me know who else I can speak to when it comes to helping a child and how to act without
making it bad on my end. Since the parents are involved, we want to include them and make sure
they understand what is going on and how the child acts in certain situations. Just like the
material I have already learned. This continues to be a learning experience for me since I did not
expect to have to learn this. I have a brother who has special needs, and this even helps with him
at home.
, Characteristics and Services:
What are the characteristics of individuals with disabilities whom you serve (including gifted as
well as those with disabilities)?
Every child with a disability has different characteristics. Students who are autistic can show
different characteristics, but they have the same disability. Some characteristics are they struggle
in learning in the classroom. Students can be academically behind because they struggle with
comprehension or they have short attention spans. Some students struggle with their behavior
and do not know how to cope with problems. The students get irritated quickly and have trouble
controlling their emotions. Students who are gifted tend to think "out of the box."
What are the educational, developmental, and medical services available for individuals with
disabilities on your campus?
On my campus, we have a Special education, 504, and dyslexia program. This is aside for the
Life Skills classroom. Students in the program all have plans to better assist their needs. Students
can receive services as resources or inclusion. Students are usually pulled out for extra
intervention in a small group to better assist students with what they are struggling with. These
services also help students learn in a way that is best for them because of their disability.
Students who need medical services are made available from outside resources.
