AboutDebba Robinson Expertise I can answer questions about reading at all levels, English as a Second Language, elementary math, science and social studies as well as general education matters. Individuals interested in teaching in international schools can contact me for information on how to begin the process of looking for jobs overseas.
Experience I have been teaching for 30 years with a MEd in Reading and Language Arts, a BA in Elementary Education. For 6 years I taught computer to grades K-8. I have taught in combined grades (K-2 and 2-3 splits)in the US and overseas. The bulk of my elementary experience is in second and third grades, although I've taught K, 1, 2, 3 and 5 as a self-contained experience. Twenty-two years of my experience teaching has been in international schools in Africa and Asia.
Education/Credentials MEd. in Reading and Language Arts
BA in Elementary Education Certified principal K-12. Currently the director of the American International School of Niamey, Niger.
Question I'm interested in working with autistic children where I am able to incorporate art therapy as a form of communication and creativity. My only concern is that I would also like to get my license to teach special education as well. Are there any universities which such a Masters degree?
Answer Dear Nadia,
I think you are best off consulting your guidance counselor or asking for help at the local public library. There are so many universities that I couldn't even begin to scratch the surface. You probably could ask the state department of education for the states you might consider living in to recommend some universities. While they can't pinpoint one, they can give you ones that focus on your dreams and you can go from there.
I can certainly recommend Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH - I'm not sure what their special ed program is like, but I'm sure they have something. University of Vermont in Burlington, VT as well. (I attended both)
Kent State in Ohio is one my friend attended and she was a special ed supervisor for years.
I hope these serve as a springboard to you.
Sorry I am late answering this - I have been preparing to move and ran into some major problems so put all else on the back burner.
