The purpose of this quantitative correlational study was to explore if and to what extent a correlation existed between the harmonious or obsessive passion of special education teachers and their intent to turnover in their current position, in the United States. Based on the self-determination theory, the dualistic model of passion provided the theoretical foundation for the passion variables. The job demands-resources model provided the theoretical foundation for turnover intent. There were three research questions. R1: Is there a correlation between HPassion and TIntent in special education teachers? R2: Is there a correlation between OPassion and TIntent in special education teachers? R3: Is there a difference between the correlation of RQ1 and RQ2? The sample was 223 valid surveys identified through convenience method. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the demographic data on the sample and variable data. Next, tests for the assumptions of linear relationship, significant outliers, and bivariate normality. Finally, descriptive statistics were used for testing correlation, and the difference between the correlations, for the three hypotheses. The research findings determined a statistically significant correlation between harmonious passion and the turnover intent of special educators (r = -0.549, p < 0.001). However, there was not a statistically significant correlation between obsessive passion and the turnover intent of special educators. Finally, there was a statistically significant difference between the correlations of RQ1 and RQ2 (z = -5.518, p < 0.001). School leadership can benefit from understanding that harmonious passion positively impacts special educator turnover. Special educators who cultivate and demonstrate harmonious passion can improve schools and education by decreasing turnover intent. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]