Kathleen Brown, Special Education
Why did you become a credentialed teacher?
- Why did you become a credentialed teacher (from a para-educator)?
- Any hesitations in becoming a teacher?
- Did you have any hardships or obstacles?
- How did you handle the financial burden?
- How did you manage your time?
- What support did you receive from the teacher you were working with as a para-educator?
- Did your school district have a career ladder?
- What have you found to be the biggest difference between being a teacher and para-educator?
- What advice would you give to other para-educators who are thinking of obtaining their credential?
- What is your secret for classroom management?
Last Updated: May 3, 2011
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