Who are typically part of the IFSP team?

The individualized family service plan (IFSP) is a crucial component in providing early intervention services to infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. The IFSP team is specifically designed to be inclusive of individuals who directly contribute to the support and development of the child and family.

In this context, the correct response highlights the essential roles of parents, the service coordinator, and a family advocate. Parents are fundamentally involved as they offer insights about their child's needs and participate actively in the decision-making process. The service coordinator plays a vital role in managing and facilitating the services and support that the family requires, ensuring that they can navigate the system effectively. A family advocate supports the family by representing their interests and ensuring that they have access to the necessary resources.

The other responses include roles that may be part of the educational team or support structure but do not align with the specific composition of an IFSP team. General education teachers, child psychologists, and principals typically engage more in the context of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for older children, not in the IFSP, which focuses on family-centric support. Similarly, community leaders may not have a direct role in the individualized planning or support tailored for the family's specific service needs under the IFSP framework.