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As we enter our 100th year of leading special education, the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is recognizing exceptional educators from around the world who have shown a passion, dedication, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of the students who they teach. Hear from teachers, administrators, students, and other professionals about their personal experiences working in the field, and get inspired to make your own impact this year.

The Joys of Being a Special Education Teacher

Carly Gedra-Kaloper is a preschool teacher in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In this video, she shares what she loves about being a special educator and offers advice for new teachers during their first few years of teaching.

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