What is the average hourly wage for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School?

The median hourly wage for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School is $30.76 per hour. This translates to approximately $63,980 per year working full-time.

What states pay Special Education Teachers, Secondary School the most?

Salaries for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a special education teachers, secondary school?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary

Name: Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$63,980

$30.76 / hour

▲ 2% (Slower than average)

Salary Range

$33,909 - $110,046

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

158,580

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary by Percentile

$33,909 $110,046

10th pct Median: $63,980 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$33,909	$16.30
25th Percentile	$46,066	$22.15
50th (Median)	$63,980	$30.76
75th Percentile	$88,292	$42.45
90th (Top Earners)	$110,046	$52.91
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$84,454	$40.60
2	California (CA)	$79,975	$38.45
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$78,056	$37.53
4	New York (NY)	$78,056	$37.53
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$76,776	$36.91
6	Connecticut (CT)	$75,496	$36.30
7	Maryland (MD)	$75,496	$36.30
8	Hawaii (HI)	$73,577	$35.37
9	Alaska (AK)	$71,658	$34.45
10	Washington (WA)	$71,658	$34.45
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Special Education Teachers, Secondary School

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School

Projected Growth

+2%

2022-2032

▲ 2% (Slower than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,040,200

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Special Education Teachers, Secondary School make?

The median annual salary for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School is $63,980 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $33,909, while the top 10% earn $110,046 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Special Education Teachers, Secondary School?

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School earn a median hourly wage of $30.76 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $63,980 annually.

Is Special Education Teachers, Secondary School a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $63,980, Special Education Teachers, Secondary School earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Slower than average (2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Special Education Teachers, Secondary School need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.