Article: Most states offer conferences or certificate programs that allow you to learn about working with children who are deaf, blind, autistic, intellectually or developmentally disabled, or who have mobility disabilities. Complete a program during the summer term or breaks from paraprofessional jobs. In the US, special education paraprofessionals make between $17,000 and $39,000 per year. The more experience and duties you are able to cover, the higher your pay will be. Some states, such as Texas, provide paraprofessionals with over 45 community college credits to enroll in online special education training to increase their qualifications.
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Research programs that help you specialize further. Consider taking on educational material planning, administrative work or other duties to increase your pay grade. Join a program to get a teaching certificate.