Publications

At PaTTAN, our goal is to provide educators with a breadth of publications that are grounded in proven best practices and a deep research base, reflecting a commitment to school improvement. PaTTAN offers publications on a variety of topics, all focused on improving educational results for students with and without disabilities.
Whether you are just starting out in the field of education, or you want to improve upon the work you and your team are already doing, let PaTTAN support you with the expertise of our educational consultants. Pennsylvania educators, school administrators, and families can view, download, and order PaTTAN publications mailed to their school or home.
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April 8, 2025
The PDE, BSE has developed a Credential of Competency for special education paraeducators to help them achieve "qualified" status as required by Chapter 14. While there are other ways a paraprofessional can meet the requirements of Chapter 14, the credential is a competency-based approach. This credential addresses seven core competency areas that are modeled after those developed by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) for special education paraprofessionals.
July 22, 2024
The
APR: Career Exploration Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. This fact sheet highlights key aspects of a Paraprofessional, such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the
APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.
June 6, 2022
School leaders should periodically examine the practices and procedures related to special education paraprofessionals to determine areas of strength and those in need of improvement, so the educational needs of students with disabilities are met in the most effective and efficient ways. This issue of the Special Education Leader provides a tool that school leaders may use as a guide for evaluating a system's current practices.