Can you imagine the benefit of having two teachers in one class?!?!
We are very fortunate to have created Integrated Co-teaching classrooms. In the past, all classrooms have had students who received special education support services (students who are about a half grade level behind in their education) and were pulled out of their classes for instruction (every class has always had students with support services).
In order to keep students in their classrooms, we have designed classes with two teachers (whereas one teacher used to pull children out, now the class will simply have two teachers); this will add value for all students in the class.
Aside from reaching those students who need extra help, this model will also allow for enrichment for those students who are on and above grade level work (which is the majority of the class)