Regional Technical Assistance Program
Clackamas ESD’s regional technical assistance program offers free professional development and hands-on support to special education teachers, classified staff, case managers and administrators across our partner districts.
Clackamas ESD’s regional technical assistance program was created in 2023–24 as part of a statewide initiative led by the Office of Enhancing Student Opportunities and the Oregon Association of Education Service Districts. Through this partnership, every ESD has an RTAP to ensure districts receive consistent, high-quality training and technical assistance aligned with the state’s general supervision requirements.
IDEA Implementation Support
Clackamas ESD also helps our partner school districts meet detailed Individuals with Disabilities Education Act monitoring and supervision requirements. We are available to support districts in facilitating IEP meetings, creating behavior intervention plans, and coaching providers on instructional and social emotional learning best practices.
Professional Development
Our regional technical assistance program offers ongoing learning opportunities for licensed special education teachers, classified staff, case managers and administrators. These sessions focus on key areas of IDEA compliance, such as Child Find, evaluation, eligibility, IEP development and service delivery. Our workshops delve into many of the specifics of supporting safety, transitions, inclusivity, family engagement and much more.
Upcoming Workshops
Our workshops delve into many of the specifics of supporting safety, transitions, inclusivity, family engagement and much more.
Sessions are available both in person and virtually. We offer regular virtual trainings on varying topics. Customized, in-person trainings also are available upon request. To see the complete list of training topics and request a training, please fill out this form.
Program Contacts
Special Programs News
Staff Spotlight: Bridget Considine, LEEP Teacher
Behind every student success story, there are dedicated people helping it happen. Our licensed employees bring expertise, compassion, and care to that work every day, supporting students, educators, and schools across our region. At Clackamas ESD, our licensed team includes about 180 staff members in at least 20 different types [...]
Staff Spotlight: Amy Kingsbury, Social Skills Specialist
Behind every student success story, there are dedicated people helping it happen. Our licensed employees bring expertise, compassion, and care to that work every day, supporting students, educators, and schools across our region. At Clackamas ESD, our licensed team includes about 180 staff members in at least 20 different types [...]
Staff Spotlight: Beth Strand, Administrative Assistant, Department of Special Programs
Student success starts with people who care. Our classified employees show that care every day, keeping schools running and students supported. They are the backbone of our public education system. They work with students, educators, families, and partners. They keep offices running and buildings safe. Our community depends on them. At [...]
