“…Although the law requires paraeducators to be trained and supervised by a licensed educator, no specifications are provided around the breadth, frequency, and rigor of such training and supervision (Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act, 2004). In fact, previous studies with paraeducators, teachers, and administrators indicate the type and amount of training paraeducators receive to support students with disabilities is often inadequate, and in some cases nonexistent (Mason et al, 2021; Sobeck & Robertson, 2019; Wiggs et al, 2021; Zobell & Hwang, 2020). This creates a dubious legal and ethical situation where students with the highest need for evidence-based practices are paired with adults who are least equipped to implement them (Carter et al, 2009; Fisher & Pleasants, 2012; Riggs & Mueller, 2001).…”