ORCID
LaRon A. Scott https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2264-6334
DOI
https://doi.org/10.14305/jn.19440413.2021.14.1.02
Abstract
Researchers have yet to examine the association of Holland personality profiles as it relates to special education teachers. In response to this need, we report the personality and vocational profiles (Holland Codes) of 134 special education teachers across a special education training program. The purpose of this paper is to summarize findings from the Self-Directed Search measure commonly used to assess the personality of participants in an occupation and suggest implications for participants’ choice in becoming a special education teacher. Our focus was on personality match with vocational choice to include participants’ demographic (e.g., gender, race/ethnicity, and geographical location) profile. Findings from the study reveal that while special educators’ overall personality profile is congruent with the Holland Codes associated with special education teachers, other features may explain participants’ choice to pursue a career as a special education teacher. Implications for teacher preparation programs and K-12 schools training are recommended based on the research findings.
Recommended Citation
Scott, L. A., Bruno, L., Gnilka, P., Kozachuk, L., Brendli, K., & Vitullo, V. (2021). Comparing special education teachers’ personality profile with their choice to teach. Excelsior: Leadership in Teaching and Learning, 14(1), 20-35. https://doi.org/10.14305/jn.19440413.2021.14.1.02 CCBY.
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