Today’s interview is inspiring and helped me remember why I went into teaching in the first place! I spoke with Kaylene Durbin, a college student who wants to teach both special ed and general ed. She shares how her college professor not only helped her decide on special education, but how to have a new appreciation for her brothers, (one of whom has cerebral palsy). We also talk about:

• Ways one can get some experience in a classroom before student-teaching.
• We begin to answer questions that aspiring or new teacher might have (there will be a part 2 of this episode, so stay tuned for the episode called, "New Special Ed Teacher Answers").
• Some of the questions asked:
  • What is your favorite thing about teaching sped?
  • What accommodations are the hardest to implement?
  • Why do sped teachers say that paperwork the hardest?
  • As a paraprofessional or special ed aide, how can you advocate for a student you are working with?
  • What is some general advice for new teachers?
  • What are the best ways to work with a student who has an emotional/mental disorder?

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