IEP Compliance Checklist

1. Compliance Overview

Objective: Ensure that [YOUR COMPANY NAME] adheres to all relevant legal and industry standards regarding the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.

Responsible Party: [YOUR NAME] [YOUR DEPARTMENT]

Date of Last Review: [DATE]

Next Scheduled Review: [DATE]

2. IEP Plan Development

Confirm the IEP team includes necessary individuals like special education teachers, general education teachers, school administrators, and parents or guardians.
Document all student's present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP).
Write a comprehensive and measurable annual goal for the student.
Develop a proper service delivery plan in the IEP.

3. IEP Plan Implementation

Ensure all IEP's components are implemented as written.
Check if all educational and related services are provided as indicated in the IEP.
Monitor and record the student's progress towards achieving the annual goals.
Parents or guardians are periodically informed about the student's progress.

4. Compliance with Legal Requirements

Ensure all IEP development and implementation timelines are followed as per legal requirements.
Provide procedural safeguards to parents or guardians as required by law.
Document all IEP-related meetings, decisions, and communications accurately and thoroughly.

5. Parent/Guardian Involvement

Encourage active participation of parents or guardians in the IEP process.
Obtain signatures from parents or guardians indicating their agreement with the IEP goals and services.

6. Student's Individualized Needs

Consider and address any specific accommodations or modifications required for the student.
Ensure that the IEP reflects the student's strengths, interests, preferences, and potential areas of growth.

7. Transition Planning

Establish postsecondary goals and transition services for students approaching graduation.
Coordinate with relevant agencies to facilitate a smooth transition from school to post-school activities.

8. Training and Professional Development

Provide training to staff members involved in the IEP process to ensure understanding and compliance with legal requirements.
Maintain records of staff training sessions related to IEP development and implementation.

9. Quality Assurance

Conduct regular reviews of IEPs to ensure consistency, accuracy, and effectiveness in meeting student needs.
Implement feedback mechanisms to gather input from stakeholders on the effectiveness of the IEP process.

10. Signature

I, [YOUR NAME], confirm that all tasks in this IEP Compliance Checklist have been completed in accordance with the established procedures and legal requirements.

Completed by: [YOUR NAME]

Date:[DATE]