1. With the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC)
Becoming a Teacher
With the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC)
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2. New York State Council of Exceptional Children Student Association (NYS CEC SA)
Becoming a Teacher

3. Certifications
State certifications are required to teach in public schools.
Certification(s) are
Your license to teach
Your specializations

4. Certifications Getting certified in New York State
Attend an NCATE accredited college
Create TEACH account
Get fingerprinted
Complete student teaching program
Pass NYS Certification Exams
Types of Certifications
Registering for the right test
Individualizing the process

5. Certifications How the NYS CEC can help.
The New York State Council for Exceptional Children offers professional development opportunities for members:
Annual CEC Convention & Expo
Annual NYS CEC Conference
Annual NYS CEC SA Leadership Conference
Webinars and workshops
Professional training

6. Student Teaching Experience
Getting the Most:
Maintain journals or logs of reflections.
Develop appropriate lesson plans following standards.
Understand role of cooperating teacher.

7. Student Teaching Experience
What you are judged on:
Planning and Preparation
Classroom Environment
Instruction
Professionalism
Planning and Preparation: e.g. lesson plan objectives, meeting standards, teaching methods used, resources used beyond text, interdisciplinary elements, clear lesson conclusion (closure procedure), differentiation, criteria for assessment and so on.
Classroom Environment: e.g. anticipatory set and activating prior knowledge (i.e. arousing curiosity), receptiveness and response of the students to the teacher and lesson, teacher’s responsiveness of students and ability to be flexible.
Instruction: Asking high order questions, clear and accurate communication, overall classroom management skills (i.e. maintaining general control), creativity, teaching style, achievement of objectives, and use of technology.
Professionalism: Overall behavior and dress, general interest in teaching, acceptance of constructive criticism, and communication with cooperating teacher.

8. Student Teaching Experience
How the NYS CEC can help:
The New York State Council of Exceptional Children offers publications that provide specialized research and editorials relating to experiences in the classroom.
TEACHING Exceptional Children
Exceptional Children
CEC SmartBrief

9. Time management Intervention Positive Attitudes Supports
T.I.P.S. for Success
Time management Intervention Positive Attitudes Supports
Help from the NYS CEC

10. Time management Do not overload yourself Carefully plan your schedules
Maintain a calendar of all events
Make a “to do” list
Break projects and assignments into smaller tasks

11. Intervention Establish realistic goals
Develop your physical, social, and spiritual well being on top of professional development.
Know your limitations and needed accommodations
Request assistance
Increase structure and reduce distractions

12. Positive Attitudes Advocate appropriately
Participate in extracurricular activities
Celebrate small successes
Listen to or read the success stories of your colleagues

13. Supports Seek an advisor Talk about problems with appropriate persons
Take part in support groups

14. Help from the NYS CEC
The New York State Council for Exceptional Children saves educator’s time, and offer supports, that encompass a wide range of interventions through their storefront.
Teaching materials
Literature
Curriculum Kits

15. 12 Steps to Getting Hired Get as many certifications as possible
Be willing to move
Make sure your student teaching experience shines
Write a great resume and cover letter

16. 12 Steps to Getting Hired
Volunteer or work part time to gain experience
Use family and friends to network
Create a strong portfolio
Get great recommendations

17. 12 Steps to Getting Hired
Do not expect to just teach – coaching and after school activities are considerations
Substitute teach
Practice and improve on interview skills
KEEP TRYING!!!!!

18. How the NYS CEC can help
The New York State Council for Exceptional offers up-to-the-date news in the world of education that helps keep its members informed.

19. Getting Involved

21. THANK YOU!! ) NYS CEC SA: President – Peter Rice
Vice President – Jennifer Rice
Representatives – Lauren Robinson, Jonathan Pollino & Kaitlyn Bozzello.
Advisors – Dr. Eric Shyman & Dr. Mike Kelly
Secretary – Open position