Special Education “Fall” Recruitment & Resource Fair
Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) invites current Special Education classroom teachers, Special Education teacher candidates, and Dedicated Aide candidates to the Special Education “Fall” Recruitment & Resource Fair on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at William Wirt Middle School. Connect with the PGCPS Special Education Department to learn more about Special Education support programs, explore career opportunities, access resources, and participate in impactful professional learning.
Event Details
Event: Special Education “Fall” Recruitment & Resource Fair
Date: Thursday, October 22
Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: William Wirt Middle School (6200 Tuckerman St, Riverdale, MD 20737)
For Current PGCPS Special Education Classroom Teachers
Current Special Education classroom teachers in their first three years of teaching are invited to participate in professional development sessions designed to provide practical strategies, resources, and information to support educators in serving students with disabilities. The list of workshop sessions are in the table below.
Professional Development Session Topics
Resource Session |
What You’ll Learn |
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Progress Monitoring |
Tools, resources, and strategies for monitoring student progress and using data to inform instruction |
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Autism Support |
Classroom strategies, specially designed instruction, differentiation, and resources for supporting students with autism |
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Behavior Support: Strategies for Success |
Strategies and resources for addressing student behavior and creating supportive learning environments |
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Case Management |
Strategies, resources, and best practices for managing Special Education responsibilities, documentation, collaboration, and supporting students' IEP needs |
|
Wellness Sessions |
Resources and strategies to support educator well-being, manage stress, build resilience, and maintain balance in the classroom |
How to Register
Educators are encouraged to register in eDoctrina. Workshop pay will be provided upon confirmation of your attendance.
Registration for current PGCPS classroom teachers is available NOW!
- Log in to eDoctrina and register for the Special Education “Fall” Recruitment & Resource Fair.
- Course: 66270
- Section: 142730
- Once your registration is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.
- Your confirmation email will provide instructions for selecting your three preferred professional development sessions.
- Select three sessions based on your interests and professional learning needs.
- Each professional development session is 45 minutes.
For Aspiring Special Education Teacher Candidates & Dedicated Aides
External candidates are invited to attend the Recruitment & Resource Fair to explore career opportunities, connect directly with the Special Education Department, learn about available positions, and discover resources to support your journey in Special Education.
What You Can Expect
- Explore current Special Education Classroom Teacher opportunities
- Learn about Dedicated Aide positions supporting students and teachers
- Connect with PGCPS school leaders and the Special Education Department
- Learn about certification pathways and assistance
- Discover professional development and support available to PGCPS educators
- Connect with university partners and learn about opportunities to grow your career
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you are an experienced educator, new to the field, or exploring opportunities to support students with disabilities, this event is an opportunity to learn more about careers with PGCPS.
Click here to Register for the Special Education "Fall" Recruitment & Resource Fair