Overview:
A Shadow Teacher is a specialized educator who provides one-on-one support to students with learning disabilities, behavioral challenges, or special needs. They assist children in classroom settings, ensuring they stay engaged with lessons, follow instructions, and develop social skills. Shadow teachers work closely with classroom teachers, therapists, and parents to create individualized strategies that help students integrate into mainstream education effectively. Their role is essential in fostering independence and confidence in students who require additional support.
Career Path:
There is no fixed academic route to becoming a shadow teacher. However, pursuing a degree in special education, psychology, or teaching can be beneficial. Additionally, certifications in special needs education and experience working with children with disabilities can significantly enhance career prospects.
| Stream of Study in 12th Grade/School |
Arts (Preferred), Science, Commerce |
| Degree/Graduation Courses |
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Special Education
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology or Child Development
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Education or Special Education
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Early Childhood Education
- Diploma in Special Education
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| Higher Education / After Graduation Courses: |
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education
- Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology, Child Development, or Counseling
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Educational Psychology
- Master of Social Work (MSW) with a focus on Special Needs
- Postgraduate Diploma in Inclusive Education or Special Needs
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Top Colleges:
- Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai
- National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD), Chennai
- Indian Institute of Psychology and Research (IIPR), Bangalore
- Amity Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences, Noida
- Lady Irwin College, Delhi University
- National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (NIEPID), Telangana
- Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai
- Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai
- Amity Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences, Noida
- SNDT Women's University, Mumbai
- Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi
- Jaipur National University, Jaipur
International Colleges:
- Harvard Graduate School of Education, USA
- University of California, Berkeley, USA
- University of Toronto, Canada
- University College London (UCL) – Institute of Education, UK
- Monash University, Australia
- University of Melbourne, Australia
