How I Started My Own School | Story Time | Special Education Teacher

6 years ago, as a special education teacher, I started my own school. In this storytime, I share a little about my journey of starting a school and why it is important. So many special education teachers are burnt out but love special education. Our kids are not always treated fairly nor are most of them learning to their potential. I no longer wanted to be a part of a system that failed so many. I will start sharing my journey as I grow and find money sources for my school.

Recording Device: iPhone
Editing: iMovie

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[Glam]

I wish I could see and work with you. Your to far though. I’m in Jacksonville, Florida. I’m also a teacher, currently completing my second bachelors in special education and I also have a special needs toddler 🥰 he’s my motivation to get as much knowledge as possible! Also, I would like to open my small school one day. What the process, cost and how long it took? I have so many questions 😂

[Honeybunches]

I love this video! I appreciate you saying that teaching is a calling. I have been teaching for 23 yrs. I was asking God to lead me in the direction I needed to go to open my school. He gave me the name and the vision. I told God that I have no idea what to do, nor the steps to take and I came across your series. I am excited. Thank you for opening up and sharing.

[kingdomwomanuncut]

Don't ever down grade what you are doing!! No matter how small the numbers, what you are doing is huge work!! 🙌🏾

[MomlifeVermont]

You found four It is so inspirational to see what you accomplished and to hear about the students that you work with.

[TheGlamazon]

Love this channel. I am a SPED teacher for a public school system. I'm interested in starting my own micro school in the near future. So I'm learning from you! Thank you!

[TaTayFam]

Wow!! You surly are where God wanted you to be! You are an incredible person and teacher! The world needs more educators like yourself ❤️❤️

[LynnDanielleTreasure]

Good series, Cindy. I'm looking forward to the next video to hear about how you started your school. Paperwork, state accreditation, charter, state funding, fundraising, recruitment, etc. Thank you for sharing

[CandanceBrewer]

I wish my daughter had a teacher as caring as you. You are Amazing. Thanks for sharing your story. It is so uplifting.

[RodgersSiwila-ye]

Am very happy to see your private schools videos/am also wishing to start my own school please and educate myself more ideals.

[nicholasalander]

You are so nice for sharing!! God bless you!!

[BrynjaLives]

AHHHH I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE ALL OF YOUR VIDEOS! I am about to open a small school down in the Valdosta area. We are a military family inbound this December and they do not have a school equipped to handle our daughter. It is a little different from what you're doing but more the same than you may imagine. Their gifted programs do not carry the children the way they should. For example; our daughter is 5 years old and academically in the 5th grade but she is FIVE socially and emotionally. Their plan is to put her in kindergarten and have a 40 minute pull out 3 times a week. She is not a shy wallflower type. She will end up hating school and Anyway, I am going Montessori style for lower elementary (grades 1-3). We aren't opening until 6 Jan. and I have SO MUCH TO GET DONE! I already have a list of desperate parents waiting and I feel for each and every one of them and their babies. I would love all of your advice. I am going to go watch the rest of your videos. Thank you for doing this! <3

[julieneidhardt]

So glad I found you! My colleague and I are currently starting the process to start our own STEM school and you are definitely a motivation! I can't wait to learn more from you!

[HotforTeaching]

Public schools definitely limit what we can do. We are so focused on the state tests and you know all of this. This is frustrating since I am a firm believer in not moving on until the skills are mastered. We don’t always have time for that. Also, have you ever read “Surviving the Applewhites.” It is about a delinquent that goes to a private school full of artsy family members. (It’s one of my favorites.). I love how you make deals with students. I am inspired.

[kellyjones]

🎉 Congratulations. Black Boss. Love it. Thank you, for your dedication.

[LoveManderz]

Hi there! I'm watching your videos and finding them so informative and helpful. I currently work in a residential school for Autism in Massachusetts. I plan to move back home to California where this are few residential schools and such a big need for it. Thank you for making this seem like something I can achieve!

[wanderwithbree]

What an interesting video. Thank you for making this video and for doing what you’re doing for our kids!

[kayseeandthebees]

Wow! I’m so inspired!! I look forward to learning more from you!

[meganlarson]

I just found this video and it's SO fabulous. Thank you SO much for sharing your story. You are such a blessing. I'm moving to GA this spring! I cannot wait!!!

[asiamaria]

I completely agree with you. I too want to start my own school!

[bjencks]

Praise God for you and your work. Your story is inspiring!