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Special Education Teachers

Special education teachers work with children and youth who have a variety of disabilities.

Most special education teachers instruct students at the elementary, middle, or high school level. These teachers design and change their instruction to meet a student's special needs.

Special Education Teachers are in the Education and Training career cluster and the Teaching and Training pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well above the statewide median

$59,760 / year    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   4.3%

Below statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Bachelor's degree is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Teach students using various techniques, depending on their disabilities.
  • Help develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for each special education student.
  • Set goals for students depending on their individual learning style and ability.
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Job Title Examples:

 Career and Transition Teacher,  Early Childhood Special Education Teacher (EC Special Education Teacher),  Early Interventionist 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.