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Looking for a teaching job?

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Teach Special Education!

Invest in your future – and theirs.

Become a Teacher!

Make your career plan.

Prepare to teach special education!

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Make the difference of a lifetime.

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California needs dedicated teachers—start your journey, find programs, and explore financial aid!

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Are there grants to help classified staff become teachers? Yes, there are!

This is great news because classified staff are already working in schools in various jobs, such as paraprofessionals, librarians, after school program staff, and other support staff positions.

Are you a former CA teacher, thinking about returning to the classroom? Make a plan!

Visit this section to learn how to get back into the classroom even if your credential has expired.