Special Education Teachers

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Inspire and support students with diverse learning needs to reach their full potential.
Make a meaningful impact by tailoring education to each student's unique abilities.
Use innovative tools like Braille writers to enhance learning experiences.

💰 Earn $72K-$106K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 24–48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 2.1% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

All special education teachers not listed separately. Special education teachers work with students who have learning, mental, emotional, or physical disabilities. They adapt general education lessons and teach various subjects to students with mild to moderate disabilities. This includes using assistive technology aids when needed, such as Braille writers and computer software, to communicate with students. They also teach basic skills to students with severe disabilities.

Assess students' skills and determine their educational needs, adapt general lessons to meet students' needs, and develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student.
Implement IEPs, assess and track students' progress, update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals, and discuss students' progress with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators.
Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and from school to life outside of school.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

2 to 4 years

Job Openings

3,200 Annually

Median Earnings

$90,700 in California

$67,190 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Relating with or serving others

You are skilled in 💫

Active Learning
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Speaking

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Personal relationships

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Special Education Teachers

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Pathways to this Career

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Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Hybrid College

A hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years

Post-Bac Fellowship

A post-baccalaureate fellowship typically offers recent college graduates the opportunity to gain work experience, conduct research, and further develop their skills in a specific field, enhancing their qualifications for more advanced career opportunities.

🎓 Paid Work

⏱️ FINISH IN 1-3 years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

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