2.4 THERAPY SERVICE REQUIREMENTS 2.4.1 LOCATION OF THERAPY SERVICES The contractor shall provide services at the assigned MSSD school(s) at the school addresses located on the pricing page of the IFB or home addresses as assigned for homebound programs. Services shall be provided on an as needed, if needed, basis. Homebound services will be provided in the student's home, unless otherwise designated, on an as needed, if needed, basis. 2.4.1. a TELETHERAPY – DIRECT/CONSULTATION MSSD Central Office will determine whether Direct Services/Consultation minutes will be provided at the MSSD School Location(s) or via Teletherapy. Teletherapy is a specialized methodology that has the intention of being delivered via the internet/computer to serve the child in their home or at school. Teletherapy sessions should look the same as a high-quality traditional school service. Recommended practices for both teletherapy and traditional school services include the use of coaching strategies, routine-based interventions and naturalistic teaching opportunities. For services held remotely, the provider must be in a location that ensures confidentiality. 10 If the student or student's family has no access to phone or internet, then per section 2.4.3 IEP Therapy Services, the school building administrator, teacher-in-charge, classroom teacher, area director or MSSD central office staff can request additional services in writing to the contractor to develop adapted items to be used by the student or the provision of materials to assist the classroom staff in supporting the student.
