So you want to be an educator
The field of special education is an exciting and rewarding education career that presents a wide variety of opportunities. Some of the professionals involved in special education include teachers, physical therapists, school psychologists, occupational therapists, sign language interpreters, speech language therapists, special education administrators and behavior analysts. The focus on student achievement and success for all children in No Child Left Behind has placed greater emphasis on ensuring that all educators are competent in meeting the needs of diverse learners; an area of expertise where special educators typically excel.
There is concern on a national level with recruiting and retaining highly qualified personnel in several areas of education; special education being one of the most critical needs areas. This concern has resulted in many programs and opportunities for persons entering the field to receive assistance with preparation programs such as scholarships and/or grants as well as loan forgiveness after completion of training and entering the field.
Below you will find links to resources about teaching, special education and job postings both on a national level and specific to the state of Florida. We also have printed materials available which you may request by contacting Keiana Desmore, Program Assistant, kdesmore@fgcu.edu or 590-7747.
National Programs
National Center for Special Education Personnel and Related Services Providers
http://personnelcenter.org/
National Clearinghouse for Professions in Special Education
http://www.specialedcareers.org/
National Teacher Recruitment Clearinghouse-
http://www.rnt.org/channels/clearinghouse/
National Center for Alternative Certification
http://www.teach-now.org/
State of Florida Programs
Florida Financial Aid Home Page
http://newnet.qsrch.com/dpark?s=myfloridafinancialaid.com&prt=nn01
Time to Teach; Achieving Florida Teacher Certification
http://www.timetoteach.org/
Teach in Florida.com
http://www.teachinflorida.com/
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