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Taylor
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What types of social work is there In high school vocational school, the ECE program is somewhat interesting and I was wondering how does it work with teachers? What are some good dual majors? What about dual admissions as in your degree is accepted in more than one country? For someone on a IEP is there any good programs to help in college? Is there any programs like TRIO? I don’t have a lot of money and have some health issues is there any type of way to actually help me with that? Last question, how can get some extra help in college that can make up from the enabling from mostly my teachers and to get work on time to get actual extra help? ?
What types of social work is there? In high school vocational school, the ECE program is somewhat interesting and I was wondering how does it work with teachers? What are some good dual majors? What about dual admissions as in your degree is accepted in more than one country? For someone on a IEP is there any good programs to help in college? Is there any programs like TRIO? I don’t have a lot of money and have some health issues is there any type of way to actually help me with that? Last question, how can get some extra help in college that can make up from the enabling from mostly my teachers and to get work on time to get actual extra help?
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Desiree Juby
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Hi Taylor,
Others have provided great responses regarding the education for teaching young children or a career in social work. I wanted to address the IEP specifically for you.
Your IEP only applies to public education until you graduate or until you reach age 22. For example, if you've had to repeat a grade or two, you have until age 22 to complete your high school education and graduate. As you get closer to graduation, your IEP team should be begin working on your transition plan--what you'll do after you graduate from high school. Doing this will give you time and a roadmap on how to access resources in your community as you transition to adulthood and college.
While the IEP will not apply in post-secondary education or college. However, colleges ARE required to comply with section 504 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This means that any college receiving federal funding must have a disability services office where students with special needs can register to receive reasonable and appropriate accommodations for their disability.
In a public school setting, the school has an obligation to identify and evaluate students for disabilities. In college, it is different, you must identify yourself to the college as someone with a disability that requires accommodations--you can typically do this with your college's disability services department. You'll also need to proactively ask for assistance and the accommodations you'll need to be successful in college. Instead of your teachers being responsible for ensuring your accommodations are provided, YOU will be responsible for requesting your reasonable accommodations that you've outlined with the disability services office. You may also need to periodically remind your professors that you have accommodations to help you be successful.
Your parental involvement will change as you will need to be your own advocate--an exciting but scary time. There are a lot of resources available to you to learn about the law and your rights as you enter college. I would recommend the website www.wrightslaw.com , it's a great resources on the laws around disabilities including 504 and Americans with Disabilities Act and what your rights are as a college student and it even provides information on how to handle accommodations when you begin working after college.
I see that you are in Ohio, there are programs to assist people in your situation transition to adulthood including support for work and college. Check out www.oodworks.com . There is information on the website regarding getting assistance with college. Do a google search for Ohio College2Careers program; it looks like there is also money available to help pay for college as well. This program works with about 17 colleges across the state to make college accessible to those with disabilities.
It might be overwhelming to try and navigate all the resources available to you but remember these things: be your own advocate, stay persistent, find professor or counselor at your college to help you navigate school, and do not give up! Even if you're only able to manage a part-time schedule for school; remember it's a marathon, not a sprint.
I wish much luck and success on your journey to adulthood!
Others have provided great responses regarding the education for teaching young children or a career in social work. I wanted to address the IEP specifically for you.
Your IEP only applies to public education until you graduate or until you reach age 22. For example, if you've had to repeat a grade or two, you have until age 22 to complete your high school education and graduate. As you get closer to graduation, your IEP team should be begin working on your transition plan--what you'll do after you graduate from high school. Doing this will give you time and a roadmap on how to access resources in your community as you transition to adulthood and college.
While the IEP will not apply in post-secondary education or college. However, colleges ARE required to comply with section 504 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This means that any college receiving federal funding must have a disability services office where students with special needs can register to receive reasonable and appropriate accommodations for their disability.
In a public school setting, the school has an obligation to identify and evaluate students for disabilities. In college, it is different, you must identify yourself to the college as someone with a disability that requires accommodations--you can typically do this with your college's disability services department. You'll also need to proactively ask for assistance and the accommodations you'll need to be successful in college. Instead of your teachers being responsible for ensuring your accommodations are provided, YOU will be responsible for requesting your reasonable accommodations that you've outlined with the disability services office. You may also need to periodically remind your professors that you have accommodations to help you be successful.
Your parental involvement will change as you will need to be your own advocate--an exciting but scary time. There are a lot of resources available to you to learn about the law and your rights as you enter college. I would recommend the website www.wrightslaw.com , it's a great resources on the laws around disabilities including 504 and Americans with Disabilities Act and what your rights are as a college student and it even provides information on how to handle accommodations when you begin working after college.
I see that you are in Ohio, there are programs to assist people in your situation transition to adulthood including support for work and college. Check out www.oodworks.com . There is information on the website regarding getting assistance with college. Do a google search for Ohio College2Careers program; it looks like there is also money available to help pay for college as well. This program works with about 17 colleges across the state to make college accessible to those with disabilities.
It might be overwhelming to try and navigate all the resources available to you but remember these things: be your own advocate, stay persistent, find professor or counselor at your college to help you navigate school, and do not give up! Even if you're only able to manage a part-time schedule for school; remember it's a marathon, not a sprint.
I wish much luck and success on your journey to adulthood!
Alan Weber
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Alan’s Answer
Let me try to answer as many questions as my expertise allows. I taught Early Childhood Education at the college level for twenty seven years. It's something I'm passionate about. I wouldn't trust a vocational school to provide the knowledge necessary for the important work of teaching and nurturing young children. It takes a lot of understanding of child development, the learning process, teaching methods, appropriate (and inappropriate) discipline and self-awareness. It is a great field to go into for people who are caring, emotionally healthy and eager to plant seeds for the next generation. There are various types of programs that someone who has studied Early Childhood Education can work in, from nursery schools to child care centers to Head Start programs to public and private school pre-k's, kindergartens and first and second grades. Generally, people with an Early Childhood degree would be working with groups of children, unless they decide to branch off into specialties like speech and language, art or music therapy later in their educations.
As for social work, pursuing that could lead one to work in a social work agency or open up one's own counseling practice, or work in schools as a guidance counselor. Either course of study could branch off into special education (usually ECE teachers would get dual certification in "regular" and "special" ed), leading to a job working with individuals or small groups in a more therapeutic capacity or as part of a team with a "regular" education teacher. In other words, there are a lot of possibilities, and all of these professions are important and fulfilling. I wouldn't start by planning to do a dual major. One would be demanding enough, especially based on your concerns. But, yes, there is plenty of assistance offered to students who need and deserve support services.
As for social work, pursuing that could lead one to work in a social work agency or open up one's own counseling practice, or work in schools as a guidance counselor. Either course of study could branch off into special education (usually ECE teachers would get dual certification in "regular" and "special" ed), leading to a job working with individuals or small groups in a more therapeutic capacity or as part of a team with a "regular" education teacher. In other words, there are a lot of possibilities, and all of these professions are important and fulfilling. I wouldn't start by planning to do a dual major. One would be demanding enough, especially based on your concerns. But, yes, there is plenty of assistance offered to students who need and deserve support services.
Dino Ubalde
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Tracy, California
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Hello Taylor, thank you for reaching out to us and for your engaging questions. It appears you're interested in pursuing a career in social work or Early Childhood Education (ECE), both of which are highly sought-after professions.
You've mentioned some health concerns that have led you to an Individualized Educational Plan, meaning you're studying from home, correct? In this modern age, especially post-pandemic, our society has adapted remarkably well to remote work options. In my view, employees have been just as productive from home as they were in the traditional office setting. This suggests that remote work is likely to continue thriving in the future.
From what I gather, you're facing financial and health challenges that may be limiting your options. However, remember that every challenge presents an opportunity for growth. I would suggest taking some time to reflect on your strengths and weaknesses. This self-assessment, combined with advice from a career counselor, can help you identify the career path that suits you best.
You might want to consider a career that offers the flexibility of working from home. Additionally, look into scholarship opportunities that could help you complete your college education. This way, you'll be able to support yourself independently while pursuing a career you love. Remember, every step you take brings you closer to your goals. Keep going, Taylor, you're on the right track!
You've mentioned some health concerns that have led you to an Individualized Educational Plan, meaning you're studying from home, correct? In this modern age, especially post-pandemic, our society has adapted remarkably well to remote work options. In my view, employees have been just as productive from home as they were in the traditional office setting. This suggests that remote work is likely to continue thriving in the future.
From what I gather, you're facing financial and health challenges that may be limiting your options. However, remember that every challenge presents an opportunity for growth. I would suggest taking some time to reflect on your strengths and weaknesses. This self-assessment, combined with advice from a career counselor, can help you identify the career path that suits you best.
You might want to consider a career that offers the flexibility of working from home. Additionally, look into scholarship opportunities that could help you complete your college education. This way, you'll be able to support yourself independently while pursuing a career you love. Remember, every step you take brings you closer to your goals. Keep going, Taylor, you're on the right track!
Louis Morgan-Cassamajor
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Madison, Wisconsin
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Hi, Taylor. It's exciting to see that you're interested in the fields of education and social work. Speaking from my own experience, I have a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education, and have volunteered with all age groups in a variety of capacities.
Professionally, I have been a:
- Senior Recruitment & Outreach Manager: I was working this role an AmeriCorp VISTA . We developed a career development program and reached out to local high schools and nonprofits to partner with in delivering it. We partnered with two local high schools and a nonprofit that provide support and resources to LGBT+ youth facing homelessness.
- Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports Coach: Essentially a school wide Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Teacher. I led a team with representatives from each grade level who would then take the lead on implementing SEL lessons within all classrooms. I individually supported teachers, offered myself as a primary contact for students who required additional support, and would facilitate cooperative games during recess. Regarding dual majors - Psychology & Social Work would be beneficial to the role. The school I was employed with had a separate Social Worker and Psychologist. Many of the other schools' PBIS Coach were dual-role either working as both the PBIS Coach & Social Worker or PBIS Coach & Psychologist.
- Community Impact Coordinator: Working for a nonprofit that helped individuals with disabilities find affordable housing, my job here was to pilot a program that would create a sense of community within some of the organization's multi-unit apartment buildings. The goal was to get to know residents (their interests, concerns, aspirations) and create opportunities for them to connect in socially enriching ways
In a voluntary capacity, I have led support groups at a domestic violence center and led services in elementary and middle school ministries. During my time at the domestic violence center, one of the program directors was an Occupational Therapist that also worked in schools, clinics/medical facilities, and anywhere else the services of an OT were needed. The other eventually began as a n adjunct professor at a local university after beginning as a student services assistant.
There are a lot of opportunities for you. And some of the best advice I've heard is if you find the ideal role yet, work your way into it. What that means is work a job that's close to what you ideally want to do and through your own initiative and collaborating with your management - create the role you wish to fill.
Professionally, I have been a:
- Senior Recruitment & Outreach Manager: I was working this role an AmeriCorp VISTA . We developed a career development program and reached out to local high schools and nonprofits to partner with in delivering it. We partnered with two local high schools and a nonprofit that provide support and resources to LGBT+ youth facing homelessness.
- Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports Coach: Essentially a school wide Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Teacher. I led a team with representatives from each grade level who would then take the lead on implementing SEL lessons within all classrooms. I individually supported teachers, offered myself as a primary contact for students who required additional support, and would facilitate cooperative games during recess. Regarding dual majors - Psychology & Social Work would be beneficial to the role. The school I was employed with had a separate Social Worker and Psychologist. Many of the other schools' PBIS Coach were dual-role either working as both the PBIS Coach & Social Worker or PBIS Coach & Psychologist.
- Community Impact Coordinator: Working for a nonprofit that helped individuals with disabilities find affordable housing, my job here was to pilot a program that would create a sense of community within some of the organization's multi-unit apartment buildings. The goal was to get to know residents (their interests, concerns, aspirations) and create opportunities for them to connect in socially enriching ways
In a voluntary capacity, I have led support groups at a domestic violence center and led services in elementary and middle school ministries. During my time at the domestic violence center, one of the program directors was an Occupational Therapist that also worked in schools, clinics/medical facilities, and anywhere else the services of an OT were needed. The other eventually began as a n adjunct professor at a local university after beginning as a student services assistant.
There are a lot of opportunities for you. And some of the best advice I've heard is if you find the ideal role yet, work your way into it. What that means is work a job that's close to what you ideally want to do and through your own initiative and collaborating with your management - create the role you wish to fill.