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WTHR: University of Indianapolis program looks to help address the state’s special education teacher shortage

December 2, 2024 in Recent Media Coverage

Since the program started in 2021, 590 teachers completed the program and earned their license.

Right now, the Indiana Department of Education says there are 300 special education teaching positions open. But in recent years, that number has been higher.

That’s why several teachers were hired on emergency permits, like Perry Meridian Middle School teacher Andrew Bova.

“I love where I’m at, I’m in a position where I continue to make an impact,” he said.

Bova said he’s always wanted to be a special education teacher, but switched his major to child development in college when he couldn’t pass the state requirements. [continue reading]