The Washington State Special Education Coalition is concerned about the recruitment and retention of qualified and caring individuals in the field of education in general, and Special Education, specifically.
However, the WSSEC has long supported equal recognition for all staff, both certified teachers, as well as the other licensed and/or certified staff who perform highly qualified and necessary services for students in the public schools.
Education professionals who work in the public schools include counselors, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, social workers and speech & language pathologists.
The WSSEC is completely supportive of any efforts to encourage and reward professional development and excellence for all education professionals working with special education students – and all the students of Washington State.