Publications

At PaTTAN, our goal is to provide educators with a breadth of publications that are grounded in proven best practices and a deep research base, reflecting a commitment to school improvement. PaTTAN offers publications on a variety of topics, all focused on improving educational results for students with and without disabilities.
Whether you are just starting out in the field of education, or you want to improve upon the work you and your team are already doing, let PaTTAN support you with the expertise of our educational consultants. Pennsylvania educators, school administrators, and families can view, download, and order PaTTAN publications mailed to their school or home.
Handouts Instructional Materials Other Resources
July 9, 2025
The APR: Career Exploration Publication Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. Visit the
APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.
This bundle includes factsheets that explore the roles of an
Accessible Media Producer (AMP), Adapted Physical Education (APE) Teacher,
Assistive Technology (AT) and
Behavior Specialists, Educational
Audiologist and
Interpreter,
Job Coach,
Occupational (OTP) and
Physical (PTP) Therapy Practitioners,
O&M Specialist,
Paraprofessional, School
Social Worker and
Psychologist,
Special Education Teacher,
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP),
Teacher of the Deaf (ToD), and Teachers of Students with
Visual Impairments (TVI) and
Low Incidence Disabilities.
To order multiple bundles, type the quantity in the box and click the "Add to Cart" button. You can alter the quantity of individual issues by clicking "My Cart" and editing the quantity for each issue.
June 30, 2025
This fact sheet provides information on customized employment, a process designed to support individuals with disabilities to find employment by utilizing an individualized approach to employment planning and job development. Also available in English.
May 14, 2025
The
APR: Career Exploration Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. This fact sheet highlights key aspects of a Job Coach, such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the
APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.
April 23, 2025
This publication contains examples of Pre-Employment Transition Services and School-Level Transition Services with regard to Pennsylvania’s Career Education and Work Standards (13.1-13.4): Career Awareness and Preparation, Career Acquisition, Career Retention and Advancement, and Entrepreneurship. This document provides an explanation of the chart and outlines the responsibilities for each service.
Also available in Spanish. Available in a publication bundle.
March 4, 2025
This fact sheet provides information to assist parents in advising their child about what to expect of a post-secondary educational experience.
Also available in English.
March 11, 2025
This fact sheet provides guidance for parents on how to discuss self-advocacy with their child. Spanish version.
Also available in English.
March 11, 2025
This fact sheet provides discussion starters to help youth/young adults with disabilities and their families prepare for their financial future.
Also available in English.