Finding the Right PathINTRODUCTIONI chose to research my future. I know I want to major in special education somewhere, but I don't know where. I am going to research becoming a special education teacher and speech therapist. Both are on my way, but I'm not sure which one is best for me. I am a senior; therefore, this research is essential for the next stage of my life. For now, I know a little more about becoming a teacher. I took a course, Future Educators of Arizona, attended some conferences, and shadowed a teacher. I know that teachers get incredible joy from seeing the difference they make as students gain new knowledge, become more interested in a subject, and learn about themselves. Becoming a speech-language pathologist will require more years of schooling and more courses in the science field. I'm excited to learn more about each of these possible careers. I know for sure that the right career for me is to become a teacher or speech therapist. In my research paper, I plan to cover the following topics: necessary education, average salary and environment of the nobility. Even though the two careers are related to each other, they will likely vary significantly across these categories. I have a strong passion for helping others and I know I will enjoy the career path in special education. I am determined to find the right path for me, and this research paper will guide me on that path! BACKGROUND Special education is in place to provide additional specialized services, supports, programs, placements, or environments to ensure that all educational needs of students are met. For. Special education is provided to eligible students at no cost to parents. There are a lot of nails...... middle of paper ...... ng and physically exhausting. Most speech therapists work full time. The workplaces seem endless for speech therapists. They are able to work in public and private schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, short- and long-term nursing facilities, and community clinics. More experienced speech-language pathologists may work in colleges and universities, private practices, state and local health departments, state and federal government agencies, and research laboratories. (Careers in Speaking) With such an assortment of contexts, working conditions also vary. The facilities of most school systems and clinics are comfortable and adequately equipped. Likewise, most research facilities, colleges and private practices are adequately equipped. Due to the increasing demand for speech therapy services, work schedules may be busy and overtime is a likely option..