AGIS Conference 2026 Potsdam: Full Schedule

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9:00am CEST

State-Funded Teilhabeassistenz in Staatlich Anerkannte Ersatzschulen: Navigating SGB VIII and SGB IX

Sunday September 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am CEST

This session offers a clear, practical overview of the Teilhabeassistenz (Inclusion Assistant) process in Germany, designed specifically for school leaders, inclusion teams, and learning support staff. It aims to support schools in confidently navigating application procedures and strengthening collaboration with families, school authorities, and service providers. Participants will gain an understanding of the two legal pathways for acquiring Teilhabeassistenz under SGB VIII and SGB IX, including how and when applications are made through the Jugendamt or Sozialamt. The session will outline required documentation, typical timelines, and the role of the Sozialrathaus as the coordinating authority. Particular attention will be given to the practical realities schools face once support is approved. The session will also explore the role of external service providers (Träger), including recruitment, training, and ongoing supervision of inclusion assistants, and highlight effective strategies for working in partnership with them. The school’s role in introducing, supporting, and integrating a Teilhabeassistent into daily classroom practice will be discussed, with reference to aligning support with Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Drawing on real-world school experience, this session encourages dialogue between schools and offers practical insights, shared challenges, and best-practice approaches to ensure inclusive, consistent, and sustainable support for students.

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