About the Shortage
Critical shortages of special education teachers and related specialized instructional support personnel exist in all regions of the country. These shortages, as well as unfunded positions, impede the ability of students with disabilities to reach their full academic potential.
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Advocate Against Personnel Shortages
School districts, and state and federal agencies have an important role to play in reducing the acute shortage of special education teachers and SISPs. NCPSSERS recommends several recruitment and retention strategies, as well as policy recommendations that may be a helpful starting point.

