Other Programs and Endorsements - Special Education
Do you want to pursue a special education certificate?
The Federal Government has a GRANT for you. Up to $4,000 per year that doesn't have to be paid back if you teach in the field for four years in a high need area. See this two page flier for more details.
Special Education Alternate Program Certificate
Certified teachers in the state of Alaska may qualify for the Special Education Alternate Program Certificate. If a school district is unable to recruit and hire a certified special education teacher they may hire a person with an alternate program certificate. To earn the certificate, the person must complete 9 credit hours in special education and be enrolled in a full certification program. See flier for details.
Available This Summer
Three New 3 credit Special Education Graduate Classes -- Available Summer 2009. Download a flyer with more information.
Websites Related to Special Education
- Council for Exceptional Children
- National Clearinghouse for Professions in Special Education
- National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
- Alaska Department of Education and Early Development, special education
- U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
Technology websites list will be on class resources.
Websites Related to Alaska Native Studies
- Alaska Federation of Natives
- Alaska Inter-Tribal Council
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Alaska Native Knowledge Network
- Justice Center Website
List of Professional Organizations
Candidates should become familiar with the following organizations by collecting material, checking the websites etc. Candidates might wish to make up their own list of helpful websites based on organizations and specific advice and assistance for teaching student with learning problems.
- Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDAA)
- American Association for Mental Retardation (AAMR)
- The Association for the Severely Handicapped (TASH)
- International Reading Association (IRA)
- Disability Law Center - Fairbanks
- Special Education Service Agency (SESA)
State and Local Web Sites
New 2-year fellowship program announced
The Cotting School in Lexington, Mass., is offering a $110,000 full-time fellowship lasting two years for emerging teachers looking to continue their schooling and assume a leadership role in the field of special education. Deadline for the 2009-2010 school year is June 30. Find out more.
