Who should a paraprofessional communicate student progress to?

• A. Other students
• B. Parent
• C. Supervising teacher
• D. School counselor

Answer: (C)

In special education, communication about a student’s progress follows a clear chain of responsibility. A paraprofessional supports instruction under the direction of a certified supervising teacher and collects objective progress data during instruction and tasks. The supervising teacher uses that data to interpret how the student is progressing, adjust instructional strategies, and determine what needs to be shared with families and the IEP team. Because the teacher is responsible for the IEP and for communicating with parents and other professionals, progress reports are typically relayed through the supervising teacher rather than directly by the paraprofessional. This protects student privacy and keeps communications aligned with established roles. Directly sharing progress with peers or with a school counselor without the teacher’s guidance would not fit the expected process.