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When you say replace sped teachers does that mean fill open positions or get rid of some and replace? I’m assuming fill open positions and I would say there is still a shortage in attracting new hires and a high turn over once hired in special ed after only a few years. This is due to the pay, the amount of extra work, and a lack of admin support and over micromanagement.
To answer your questions - no, the rising generation seems less interested in educating and caring for others. I see a very “me over we” mentality. Many seem to be most interested in making themselves happy and making money in the easiest way they can find so they can live their instant gratification lifestyles. I hear a lot of people say “not my problem, not my job” rather than hearing them say “ how can I help?”.
People are less interested in becoming teachers in general, never mind specializing in special education. It is a difficult, time consuming, emotionally involved job. It takes patience, compassion, flexibility, and a boatload of skills in teaching strategies, behavior management, content knowledge, communication, and cooperation with coworkers and families to do this job. There are not many people who want to work that hard for low pay and little respect. It is also challenging here to get licensed and maintain that license, so people are turned off by that. I already see shortages in special education teachers and paraprofessionals. We have a few in my building who are leaving at the end of the year because it has become too much. I worry that it will be difficult to find new teachers to replace them.
We have so many open positions they are thinking of placing some kids in Gen Ed. There just aren’t enough teachers.
No, the current generation is going to be our downfall. Whom are we replacing SPED teachers with? Acknowledging the critical role that special education teachers play in our educational system is essential. The current trend of replacing these professionals should be approached with caution, as specialized training and certifications are necessary to effectively meet the needs of students with diverse learning requirements. Ensuring qualified educators in these positions is vital for our student's success and our programs' integrity.