CEC Member Handbook
Welcome!
You belong to the leading international association helping students with exceptionalities and the individuals who serve them.
You have the best and the most rewarding job in education today -- and one of the most important. That's why, every day, when you go off to your classroom or office, CEC goes with you to provide the tools and resources you need to be the best educator you can be -- for your students' sakes. Like you, CEC is committed to your success and the success of your students through exceptional programs.
Take advantage of CEC's quality programs and services to meet your personal and professional needs.
Expand Your Knowledge
Increase Your Professional Profile
Add to Your Expertise
Make a Difference in More Ways
Save Money with CEC's Member Benefits
Contact CEC
Expand Your Knowledge (to top)
A vast knowledge base of information lies no further away than your mailbox, your phone, and http://www.cec.sped.org/!
CEC Publications
Stay on the cutting edge with the high-impact, current information you receive from CEC's member publications:
TEACHING Exceptional Children - Actionable and useful articles to teach and administer programs for children with disabilities and/or gifts and talents (6 issues per year)
Exceptional Children - Original research on the education and development of children with exceptionalities in practical terms you can bring into your classroom (4 issues per year)
CEC Today - Top-notch member newsletter keeps you up-to-date on professional and legal developments (6 issues per year, online)
Up-to-the-Minute Access Via the Web
At http://www.cec.sped.org/ you'll get the latest updates on news in special education, renew your membership, register for the convention, and more -- all online when it's convenient for you!
CEC Catalog: Resources You Need at Prices You Can Afford
CEC's catalog is crammed with resources and materials specifically for special educators. Members save up to 30%! View the CEC catalog online or contact CEC at 888/232-7733 to ask for your free copy.
Increase Your Professional Profile (to top)
Gain recognition, boost your career, connect with colleagues, and improve the practice of special education!
Explore Career Options Online
Register your resume, view special education job postings, and access a list of recruiters -- all on CEC's Online Job Board, the largest job bank on the Internet devoted exclusively to special education professionals. Start your job search now!
Get Published!
Publish your research findings, best practices, perspectives, and opinions in CEC's journals, TEACHING Exceptional Children and Exceptional Children.
Author guidelines for TEC
Author guidelines for EC
Share Your Expertise
You're also invited to present at CEC's highly respected conferences and symposia. CEC's Annual Convention & Expo is the largest special education gathering in the world. Check the CEC home page for calls for papers and conference information.
Receive Recognition for Your Contributions
CEC's awards program recognizes individuals and/or organizations who make outstanding contributions to children and youth with exceptionalities, the field of special education, and CEC. Learn more about CEC awards
The program includes several awards designed especially for students pursuing careers in the field. Get information on student awards
Add to Your Expertise (to top)
Increase your knowledge and become more deeply involved in your profession. CEC's 17 special interest divisions provide you the opportunity to explore key areas of special education in detail, exchange ideas with other professionals, stimulate research, and add to your expertise. Only CEC members are eligible to join the divisions. Explore CEC's divisions
Make a Difference in More Ways
As a special educator, you make a difference every day for your students. Here are some ways to expand your efforts to a higher level.
Make your voice heard. Help influence the direction of federal, state/provincial, and local policies on special education through CEC's Children's Action Network (CAN) and Legislative Action Center. It's easy. Get involved!
Develop Your Leadership Skills
Take advantage of opportunities for emerging leaders in the field of education. Serve as an officer in your chapter, state/provincial unit, division, or subdivision. Participate at an international level on committees and workgroups.
Honor the Students We Serve
The Yes I Can! Awards honor students who have excelled despite their disability. Each year, 27 students are selected to receive their award at the CEC Convention & Expo. But everyone is a winner. Each individual nominated receives a certificate of achievement personally inscribed with his or her name suitable for framing. Find out more.
Save Money with CEC's Member Benefits (to top)
Take advantage of these quality programs and save time and money on essential services to meet your personal and professional needs.
Professional Liability and Other Insurance
Lower your premium costs! Receive comprehensive coverage!
- $1 Million/$2 Million Professional Liability (for employed educators and students)
- $1 Million/$3 Million Private Practice Professional Liability
- Term Life Insurance Plans from New York Life Insurance Company
- Long Term Care Insurance Evaluation Service
- Group Disability Income Protection Plan
- Cancer Protection Plan
- Group Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plan
- Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans for Individuals, Families, and Groups
- Health Savings Accounts
- Family PPO Plans
- Group Employee Health Plans
Go to www.ftj.com/cec or call Forrest T. Jones and Company, Inc. at 800/821-7303. Identify yourself as a CEC member to qualify for discounted rates.
Auto Insurance
Comprehensive, affordable auto insurance is available to CEC members in most states through GEICO. For details and a customized rate quote, call GEICO at 800/368-2734 and mention your CEC membership.
Discounts on Educational Resources
Enjoy savings of up to 30% on CEC publications and professional development events. View the CEC catalog online or contact CEC at 888/232-7733 to ask for your free catalog.
Rental Car Discounts
Wherever your travel takes you, close to home or around the world, your discount code CDP#42434 is the key to special savings. Be sure to include it in all of your reservations. CEC members can save up to 10% off your car rental with Hertz! Click here for the lowest rates, special offers and information about Hertz locations, vehicles and services, or call Hertz at 1-800-654-2210.
Retirement Planning
The Variable Annuity Life Insurance Company (VALIC) offers CEC members a comprehensive package of retirement planning products and services. Call 800/44-VALIC and ask to speak confidentially with a Retirement Plan Specialist.
Contact CEC (to top)
Got a question? Need a brochure or catalog? Can't find your membership number? Looking for information? Contact CEC's Constituent Services Center!
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm Eastern Standard Time
Toll-free: 888/232-7733
TTY (toll-free): 866/915-5000
Fax: 703/264-9494
E-mail: service@cec.sped.org
Visit: http://www.cec.sped.org/
Council for Exceptional Children
2900 Crystal Drive, Suite 1000
Arlington, VA 22202-3557
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