"I decided to become a licensed special education teacher because I grew up with a brother with a severe intellectual disability."

Department

Special Education

Related Degrees

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Special Education (PBSPED) Initial License

Why did you choose to become a teacher, in general?

I decided to become a teacher because I am passionate about creating a more compassionate society.

Why did you choose to become licensed in special education?

I decided to become a licensed special education teacher because I grew up with a brother with a severe intellectual disability. From helping my brother with his home instruction classes, I got my first job as an educational assistant for special education. I worked as an educational assistant for 3 years and truly enjoyed working with the students. The natural next step would be for me to become a special education teacher.