A special education preschool teacher is overwhelmed by increased workload and reduced prep time after administrative scheduling changes that cut Fridays and recess, making it impossible to meet IEP requirements and student needs.

Workarounds Described

• Writes new IEPs from scratch and 5-page evaluation reports manually
• Coordinates observations, evaluations, and meetings using email and paper
• Tracks student referrals and placement decisions in spreadsheets or paper files
• Creates lesson plans for recess to ensure 'intentional play'

Implied Software Gaps

• IEP writing assistant with templates and auto-filled student data
• Evaluation and observation scheduling with automated reminders for parents and staff
• Caseload tracker that flags high workloads and suggests staffing needs
• Curriculum and activity planner for special education with built-in play-based learning resources

IEP Coordinator Pro

A comprehensive special education management platform that streamlines IEP creation, evaluation tracking, and meeting scheduling, reducing paperwork and ensuring compliance. It centralizes student data, automates documentation, and facilitates parent communication, giving teachers more time for instruction.