Right now, the Indiana Department of Education says there are 300 special education teaching positions open. But in recent years, that number has been higher. That's why several teachers were hired on emergency permits, like Perry Meridian Middle School teacher Andrew Bova. "I love where I'm at, I'm in a position where I continue to make an impact," he said. https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/university-of-indianapolis-program-looks-to-help-address-the-states-special-education-teacher-shortage-crisis/531-3255518a-c3fb-4269-bb20-e2fd24180fd7