Special education teachers report burnout, uncompensated work time, North Dakota survey shows

  • Matt Liebel, a field consultant for North Dakota United, speaks during a meeting of the interim Special Education Funding Committee on March 4, 2026. Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor
    Matt Liebel, a field consultant for North Dakota United, speaks during a meeting of the interim Special Education Funding Committee on March 4, 2026. Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor

    By Michael Achterling, North Dakota Monitor North Dakota special education teachers and paraprofessionals are reporting burnout, citing increased workload, safety concerns and low pay, according to a survey presented to lawmakers this week.

    More than 150 North Dakota special education professionals responded to the survey conducted by North Dakota United, a union representing educators and public s…