Special Education Teacher
Teach academic, social, and life skills to preschool-aged students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities. Includes teachers who specialize and work with students who are blind or have visual impairments; students who are deaf or have hearing impairments; and students with intellectual disabilities.
At a Glance
Special Education Teacher earns an average of $49,378/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3.7–3.9 years. Top skills: Special Education, Teaching, Communication.
$49,378/yr
Bachelor's degree
3.7–3.9 years
65
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Special Education Teachers, Preschool
Median Wage
$62,190/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+1.4%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (10)
Special Education
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
Lesson Planning
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Classroom Management
Instructional Strategies
Curriculum Development
Case Management
Good Driving Record
Behavior Management
Common Skills (18)
Teaching
Communication
Microsoft Office
Professionalism
Management
Progress Reporting
Leadership
Confidentiality
Planning
Interpersonal Communications
Computer Literacy
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Spanish Language
Multilingualism
Enthusiasm
Certifications (2)
Teaching Certificate
Valid Driver's License
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