CEC Member
Benefits
Educators of children with exceptionalities 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.
Renew your membership now to ensure your continued access to:
CEC Publications
Stay on the cutting edge with the high-impact, up-to-the-minute
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 who are gifted (6 issues per year).
- Exceptional Children - original research on the
education and development of children with exceptionalities in practical
terms that you can bring into your classroom (4 issues per year).
- CEC Today - member newsletter keeps you up-to-date
on professional and legal developments (6 issues per year, online).
Books, Media and Training
CEC's articles, books, videos, and CD-ROMS cover the entire agenda of
social, legal, and educational issues of children with exceptionalities.
Our resource catalog is crammed with resources and materials
specifically for special educators.
Career Development
CEC's continuing education programs, including the CEC Annual
Convention & Expo, provide groundbreaking information,
state-of-the-art resources, and new ways of reaching students. CEC also
provides you with essential training programs, materials, planning, and
continuing education opportunities.
Advocacy and Support
CEC members are an integral part of CEC's advocacy efforts for the
rights of children and youth with exceptionalities, as well as the
special needs of the educators who serve them. CEC is a major voice in
Congress, the courts, and the U.S. Department of Education. You're part
of CEC's efforts to make the educational community and the public aware
of teacher shortages and special education teaching conditions. No other
organization is more active -- or more effective.
Professional Divisions
Join one or more of the 17 CEC special interest divisions to tailor your
participation to your particular area(s) of expertise. Each division
publishes journals and newsletters, sponsors conferences and other
professional development activities, facilitates political action on
issues that directly affect your practice and interests, and provides
unique opportunities to bring you closer with experts and your
professional peers.
CEC's
Special Interest Divisions
Peer Networking and Leadership Opportunities
CEC's 17 special-interest divisions, 59 state/provincial units, and
hundreds of local chapters make you part of the most extensive network
of professional special educators in existence today. CEC also provides
a wide range of opportunities for members to serve in leadership
positions at the local, state/provincial, and international levels.
Up-to-the-Minute Access Via the Web
At the CEC Web
site you'll get the latest updates on news in special
education, participate in CEC's listserves, renew your membership,
register for professional development events, and order books and other
quality resources online.
Discounts on Educational Resources
CEC members enjoy savings of up to 30% on all CEC publications
and professional development events including the CEC Annual Convention
& Expo.
CEC's Online Job Board
Register your resume, view special education job postings, and
access a list of recruiters -- all on CEC's Online Job Board, the only
job bank on the Internet devoted exclusively to special education
professionals.
Professional Liability and Other Insurance
Enjoy protection from the high costs of lawsuits due to your
activities as an education professional. The Educators Professional
Liability Plan is available in limits of $1 million and $2 million.
Full-time and part-time professional employees in the education field
are eligible for this plan as well as paraprofessionals and related
services personnel. Apply online or call 800/821-7303.
Student members preparing for employment and performing
educational duties under the supervision of a licensed educator can
purchase an individual $1 million policy for an annual premium of only
$15. The policy is the same as that offered to professional members, but
does not include job protection benefits. Apply online or
call 800/821-7303.
New! Comprehensive Health
Insurance
Potentially save thousands on health insurance. Plan options include
Health Savings Accounts, Family PPO Plans and Group Employee Health
Plans. Apply
online or call 800/821-7303.
CEC members are also eligible for term life insurance, long term
care, disability income protection, and a variety of other insurance
programs. Forrest T. Jones and Company, Inc. offers low rates to CEC
members on these and other top-quality policies. Apply online or
call 800/821-7303.
New!
Identity Theft Protection
Identity theft is
the fastest-growing crime in the United States. ID Theft Assist
Protection provides real-time, online access to TransUnion credit
reports, flags suspicious transactions, alerts credit card holders of
unusual activity, and guides you through the web of procedures that must
be completed to recover from identity theft. Coverage is $99 per year
for individuals, $119 for families. Apply online or
call 800/821-7303.
Auto Insurance
Comprehensive, affordable auto insurance coverage is available
to CEC members in most states. Features include nationwide, 24-hour
claims handling, customized coverage, safety discounts, and more. For
details and a customized rate quite, call GEICO at 800/368-2734 and
mention your CEC membership.
Council for Exceptional Children WorldPoints® MasterCard:
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gift certificates—now with easy online redemption, too! Only
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freedom to choose so much, so easily—and with no annual fee. Carry
the only card that helps support CEC's programs and initiatives at no
additional cost to you. Simply click here to apply online
today.
Rental Car Discounts
Valuable benefits on car rental from Hertz, including two
free days of NeverLost and discounts on weekly or weekend
rentals. Reserve
online. Mention code CDP# 42434.
Retirement Planning
The Variable Annuity Life Insurance Company (VALIC) offers CEC
members a comprehensive package of retirement planning products and
services, including fixed and variable investment options,
state-of-the-art administration of retirement plans, and expert account
assistance.
Renew Your Commitment --
Renew Your CEC Membership Today!
Perhaps the most important of all our member
benefits is the commitment that CEC has for its members
and that our members have for one another and the students with whom
they work. Only CEC speaks only for children with exceptionalities --
and for those unique educators dedicated to teaching them.
Now is the time to renew your
commitment to our profession, your colleagues, and your
students. Renew your CEC membership today.
Renew
online now using MasterCard, VISA, or Discover. You'll need
your e-mail address and password to access your membership
record.
To
renew by phone, fax, or mail, click here.
Need More Information?
For additional information on the member benefits listed above,
contact CEC's Constituent Services Center at (888) 232-7733, TTY (866)
915-5000, or e-mail service@cec.sped.org.
Representatives are available to take your call Monday through Friday
from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.
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