The Special Education Profession

From my Factoidz page: Persons who desire to become special educators do so for numerous reasons. Whether making a decision to become a special educator as the initial step into the educational system, or move to special education from the ranks of general education, the teacher that chooses this field is best served knowing his or herself well, and be willing to commit to an increasingly challenging but rewarding profession. Experienced teachers may opt to leave the classroom for an administrative position and some advance to become Principals. Recent interviews of three special educators, two general education teachers and one elementary school principal were conducted. This was done in order to further understand what educational professionals think is necessary for a meaningful, worthwhile teaching and learning experience and how that relates to the teachers’ philosophy of education. The interviewed professional would be queried about why he or she first became a teacher and why continue in the profession today. Form more see: The Special Education Profession