Special Education Teacher
Special education teachers are truly special. They work with students, of all ages and at all grade levels, who have learning, emotional or physical differences.
As a special education teacher, you will work with parents, specialists and the school to make sure each student receives a tailored learning approach. For some students, special education courses may only include math skills or specific subjects where extra help is needed. For other students, the approach may focus on daily life skills such as hand washing or tying shoelaces. Regardless the learning difference, the goal is to prepare and help students transition from grade to grade, milestone to milestone, from school to life outside of school.
Special education teachers are needed from early childhood through secondary education. In addition to a bachelor’s degree from a university accredited by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, you’ll need to complete a special education certification and Educator Preparation Program.
$30,076-$51,683
entry level salary estimate
$59,470-$67,230
experienced level salary estimate
3,582
projected annual job openings
Programs for Special Education Teachers
Influence lives and help change the world.
Have you been inspired by a teacher? If you want to make a meaningful difference in others’ lives, careers in education offer many choices. From opportunities in grade school to high school, special education to bilingual, education can be a career where you can start as a teacher and transition to school administration. For most, but not all, careers in education you’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree.
Additional In Demand Careers in Education
Sources:
Texas Labor Market Information, Texas Workforce Commission. Statewide wages by occupation. Entry and experienced wages for special education teachers–preschool, elementary and kindergarten, middle school, secondary school, and other, 2021. Statewide projections by occupation. Total annual openings for special education teachers–preschool, elementary and kindergarten, middle school, secondary school, and other, 2020-2030.
Get in touch
Stay connected
Interested in learning more about the college and career options that might be right for you? Whether you are a student, a parent, or counselor, sign up to our email list and we’ll keep you updated as our site grows to include even more programs and areas of interest.