Alabama special ed teachers could see pay increase

In an effort to draw in and produce more special education teachers within the state, the Alabama State Department of Education has announced that a $1,000 to $5,000 annual pay increase for those in the field may be coming. However, the state Legislature must approve an enlarged educational budget. This new effort comes in response to a massive special education teacher shortage  throughout Alabama. In an email, department spokesman Michael Sibley said the stipend amount requested is $5,000 and 20% ($1,000) benefits for each teacher. Eric Mackey, Alabama State Schools Superintendent, said 2023