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Here's how you can excel in a career in special education.

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Pursuing a career in special education can be incredibly fulfilling, offering the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students who have diverse learning needs. To excel in this field, you need a unique blend of patience, understanding, and specialized skills. Whether you're considering entering special education or are seeking ways to enhance your practice, this article will guide you through essential steps to not only succeed but truly thrive in this rewarding profession.

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1 Gain Credentials

To begin your journey in special education, you must acquire the necessary credentials. Typically, this involves obtaining a bachelor's degree in special education or a related field, followed by a state-specific certification. This certification process ensures that you have the knowledge and skills required to meet the unique needs of your students. Continuous professional development is also key; staying abreast of the latest teaching strategies and understanding the evolving landscape of special education laws will keep your practice current and effective.

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Alice W.

Instructional Specialist, InterACT Team at Montgomery County Public Schools
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One thing I found useful was joining professional organizations, such as the Council for Exceptional Children, they can provide networking opportunities, resources, and further specific professional learning in your areas of interest.

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2 Understand Needs

A deep understanding of the various disabilities and learning challenges your students may face is crucial. This includes familiarizing yourself with conditions such as autism, dyslexia, and ADHD, and understanding how they can affect learning and behavior. Tailoring your teaching methods to accommodate these needs, using individualized education plans (IEPs), and employing multi-sensory instructional strategies can significantly enhance student engagement and success.

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3 Foster Inclusivity

Creating an inclusive classroom environment is essential for students with special needs to thrive. This means designing lessons that are accessible to all students, regardless of their abilities, and promoting a culture of acceptance and understanding among peers. Inclusivity also involves collaborating with other educators, parents, and specialists to provide a supportive network that encourages every student's academic and social growth.

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Juliana Tchitakumula

Educadora Infantil || Licenciada em Psicologia Escolar||Assistente Profissional no Sncp
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Essa é minha parte predileta. A inclus?o escolar visa garantir que todos os cidad?os tenham acesso à educa??o, respeitando diferen?as e particularidades de cada pessoa. Acho útil Promover o Desenvolvimento Social e Emocional, criar um ambiente de intera??o social respeitando as diferen?as. O respeito deve ser a prioridade de todo o corpo docente quando falamos de inclus?o. Diante disso, o professor deve ser exemplo para seus alunos. Ou seja, promovendo o respeito e as boas rela??es em sala de aula.

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4 Develop Patience

Patience is a virtue in any educational setting, but it is especially important in special education. You will encounter a wide range of learning paces and behaviors, and it's crucial to remain patient and empathetic. Celebrate small victories and understand that progress may come incrementally. Your calm and steady presence can create a safe and nurturing environment where students feel valued and are more likely to take risks and grow.

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5 Use Technology

Leveraging technology can be a game-changer in special education. Assistive technologies like speech-to-text software, audiobooks, and specialized apps can help bridge learning gaps for students with disabilities. Staying informed about new technological tools and integrating them into your teaching strategy can make your lessons more engaging and allow students to learn in ways that work best for them.

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6 Build Relationships

Finally, building strong relationships with your students and their families is key to success in special education. Trust and communication form the foundation of these relationships, enabling you to better understand each student's needs and how to support them. Regular communication with families about their child's progress and challenges helps create a team approach to education, which is often critical for student success in special education.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Sarah Brouner

Science and Maths Educator | Founder of SB Tutoring??| Fellow The Tutors’ Association | Professional Tutor of the Year 2022 | Homeschool tutor of the Year 2023 | SEN tutor of the year 2024
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Excelling in a career in special education requires a combination of dedication, continuous learning, and empathy. Effective communication and collaboration with care givers, therapists, the LA (if necessary) and other educators for the child are essential for creating a supportive learning environment. Parents hold the key here and are always my starting point. I ask 'what has worked for your child so far?' and 'what would you like to see work for your child or do you have suggestions I can implement to place them at ease?" Finding out as much information about the student prior to tutoring or teaching will ease the student into learning.

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Camisha Broussard, MFA, MEd

Professor of English, 2023 Houston Community College Innovation Fellow, 2022 NISOD Award Recipient, Professor, Author, Blogger, and Professional Amateur Pizza Maker
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Language is one of the easiest and most complex skills you can master when entering the field of special education. Knowing the difference between accommodations versus modifications, and goals versus objectives, and least restrictive settings versus more restrictive settings, based on student needs, demonstrated by data and observations, is huge as a special education professional. Spend time truly understanding the language, how to apply these terms and when these terms are applicable can truly change the way you support students with special needs.

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1 Gain Credentials

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1 Gain Credentials

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3 Foster Inclusivity

4 Develop Patience

5 Use Technology

6 Build Relationships

7 Here’s what else to consider

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