Working to increase the nation's capacity to recruit, prepare and retain diverse
highly qualified special educators, early intervention and related service providers.
"In the past it was something I had to do, now it's something I want to do."
adaptive PE teacher
former military
"I come into a classroom and it's a completely new experience, it's exciting and it's challenging."
special education co-teacher, secondary level
former paralegal
"It's a relief...that you actually found what you want to do with your life...it's a relief!"
special education resource teacher, middle school
former information technologist
I know I make a difference in my students' lives and I'm proud to be a teacher!