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Zobell, Erin; Hwang, Jiwon – Journal of Special Education Apprenticeship, 2020
Revisions of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 1997 allowed for districts to hire teachers' aides to assist in the educational process. These teachers' aides, known as paraprofessionals or paraeducators, have increased in number since 1997 and now play an important role in helping students with disabilities. The purpose of…
Descriptors: Paraprofessional School Personnel, Staff Role, Training, Special Education