Mr. Hughes’ path in education is distinguished by a series of progressively responsible roles, each one deepening his expertise and strengthening his passion for teaching.
PISCATAWAY, NJ, July 17, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Michael Hughes has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Hughes has dedicated his career to the field of special education, demonstrating a profound commitment to enhancing the lives of students with disabilities. Since 2025, he has served as a special education teacher at the New Jersey Institute for Disabilities’ Lakeview School in Edison, New Jersey. Mr. Hughes’ path in education is distinguished by a series of progressively responsible roles, each one deepening his expertise and strengthening his passion for teaching.
Prior to his current role, Mr. Hughes was a substitute special education teacher at Lakeview School from 2024 to 2025, where he gained experience adapting instructional strategies to meet the individual needs of students. From 2020 to 2024, he worked as a teacher assistant at the same school, developing his skills in classroom management and student engagement. Mr. Hughes began his career in education as a special education paraeducator at Lakeview from 2019 to 2020, gaining direct, hands-on experience supporting students with special needs.
Before entering the field of education, Mr. Hughes worked as a client associate at Merrill Lynch in Bridgewater, New Jersey, from 2018 to 2019. He also held positions as a senior client service representative at Georgeson from 2017 to 2018 and as a licensed trade specialist at Computershare Limited in Edison, New Jersey, from 2014 to 2017. Mr. Hughes’ earlier roles included serving as a registered representative at Georgeson from 2012 to 2014 and as a participant services specialist at Computershare Limited from 2006 to 2012.
Mr. Hughes’ academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in all grade special education from the University of Evansville, which he earned in 1992. In 2025, he achieved one of his most notable accomplishments by earning his provisional teaching certificate from the New Jersey Department of Education at age 57, marking a significant milestone in his professional journey.
A member of the Council for Exceptional Children, Mr. Hughes is recognized for his expertise in special education and unwavering dedication to student development and advocacy. His determination to excel for the benefit of those around him and his motivation to give back have been driving forces throughout his career. These qualities have not only contributed to Mr. Hughes’ success but also continue to inspire his work with students.
Outside his professional life, Mr. Hughes enjoys traveling and bike riding. Looking ahead, he remains committed to teaching middle school special education, where he believes he can make a lasting impact. Ultimately, Mr. Hughes continually strives to grow as an educator and create a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages every student to improve and reach their full potential.
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