Teachers who specialize in working with infants, preschoolers, and young children who display the characteristics of a disability.

Individuals who are respected in the community who are familiar with a family’s unique culture, traditions, attitudes, and perceptions.

Teachers who work with preschool-age children in a classroom setting.

An intervention approach that allows early interventionists to share their expertise with those individuals who are important to the child. This can include family members, teachers, and other professionals who are involved.

A type of intervention using structured classroom activities with children under the age of three.

Doctors who study the heart and circulatory system.

A test used during pregnancy to provide information about the potential diagnosis of genetic and developmental disabilities. It is usually performed during the first or second trimester by inserting a needle into the uterus to collect a sample of the amniotic fluid surrounding the fetus.

A child’s ability to modify a skill to suit the environment. Adaptation is considered to be the highest level of achievement.

An approach to instruction that makes teachable moments out of naturally occurring, everyday activities.

A level of learning and ability that a proves child can now successfully demonstrate the basic requirements for a particular skill.