Special Education Teachers Week #7

Teachers with a special education degree work with students who have a wide variety of disabilities, from those with only mild learning disabilities to others who suffer from more severe intellectual disabilities, autism and physical impairments. These educators have a genuine sense of compassion for students with special needs.

Special education degrees are offered through many universities and colleges throughout the country. The 4-year curriculum covers subjects such as child development, educational psychology, special education policies and legalities, and the skills and knowledge necessary for teaching students with disabilities.
More and more special education degree programs require their students to complete a fifth year designed to hone special ed teaching skills in one or more areas of specialization, including speech therapy, reading disabilities or nonverbal learning disabilities.
With a bachelor's degree, you might find teaching or teacher assistant positions at the traditional elementary or secondary levels, but new legislation also now opens doors to teach at early childhood levels, including toddlers and preschoolers.

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