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I'm in the process of applying as a Special Education teacher. I have a Master's and 5 years experience, but no other certifications. I know how competitive it can be, but what was your experience with the hiring process? Is it easier to get a job as a SPED teacher? How long did it take you to get referrals and interviews? Did you add on any certifications or is SPED enough?
MP I just want to say good luck! I hear sped is typically in demand. I also believe this would be a great question to ask in this group https://m.facebook.com/groups/538804653677909?ref=bookmarks - if you haven't already!
Sep 20, 2020
haha It took me about 4 years to get hired for SPED. I had referrals and interviews before then but no offers. In retrospect, I think the problem was that I had gone an alternate certification route and didn't have the classes that DoDEA wanted (even though my EAS was showing qualified for LIMM for some reason). After I went back and finished my Masters...See More
Sep 20, 2020


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