Direct and indirect services
Special Education Teacher Support Services (SETSS) can be delivered either through direct services, indirect services or a combination of both. The student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) must specify:
- the total amount of time the student will receive SETSS
- the allocation of that time between Direct and Indirect Services
- the location of these services, whether in the general education classroom or a separate location.
When recommending services in the general education classroom, the IEP must indicate the general education classes or subject areas in which the student will receive services.
Direct services
Direct services involve the special education teacher working directly with the student, either individually or in small groups. Direct Services are provided to address educational needs directly related to the student's disability not homework help.
Indirect services
Indirect services mean consultation provided by a special education teacher to a general education teacher to assist the general education teacher in adjusting the learning environment or instructional methods to meet the needs of an individual student with a disability in the class.
Source: DOE Continuum of Special Education services(Also can be - login required for access)