Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this interview, the student shares their personal journey and how their experience as a paraeducator has inspired them to pursue a career in special education.
They talk about the rewarding moments of supporting students, the challenges that come with the role, and how the program at Alma College is helping them grow as a future educator. Through coursework, mentorship, and hands-on experience, students in this pathway are building the skills needed to support diverse learners and create inclusive classrooms.
In this interview, the student shares their personal journey and how their experience as a paraeducator has inspired them to pursue a career in special education.
They talk about the rewarding moments of supporting students, the challenges that come with the role, and how the program at Alma College is helping them grow as a future educator. Through coursework, mentorship, and hands-on experience, students in this pathway are building the skills needed to support diverse learners and create inclusive classrooms.
