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Earning your education degree can open the door to employment in any number of educational tracks. From working as a kindergarten teacher to handling a class full of college students, the teaching opportunities in your future begin with a degree in education.

Most teachers in the public school system must hold bachelor's degrees in education and earn their licenses to teach before they can be in charge of a classroom. Private schools don't always require licensing for teachers. Some states offer alternative licensing programs for those who have expertise in a particular area; in this case, a different type of degree might be acceptable.

Education and Career Opportunities in Education

In 2009, the median income for teachers varied depending upon the grades they taught. Teachers of kindergarten school children made an average of $50,380, while those who taught at the elementary school level made an average of $53,150 per year. Teachers on the middle school level brought home an average of $53,550 in 2009, and those who taught at the high school or secondary level made $55,150.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the employment of teachers for kindergarten, elementary, middle, and secondary school levels will grow by 13 percent between 2008 and 2018, though the actual amount of growth will vary from one region to another, depending upon student enrollment.



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Post University
Post University

Getting your Online degree does not have to be impersonal. At Post University Online, you will engage in meaningful career-oriented programs with like-minded students and receive personal attention from our dedicated faculty within a caring and supportive learning environment. Earn your bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or certificate in one of the many programs offered by Post University entirely online.



  • Early Childhood Education Administration
  • A.S. in Early Childhood Education
Stratford Career Institute
Stratford Career Institute Stratford Career Institute can help you earn your diploma from home in as little as six months, thanks to their proven study methods.

  • Early Childhood Education
  • Teacher's Aid
University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix As the largest private university in North America, University of Phoenix has more than 200 locations, and is available online in most countries around the world. Whether you're seeking a college degree at an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level, we can help you reach your academic goal—and sooner than you might think.

  • Continuing Education for Educators.
Ashworth College
Ashworth College Get the hands-on training and skills it takes to succeed with Ashworth College, a respected, worldwide leader in distance education. Study at the times and places most convenient for you.

  • Teacher Assisting
  • Associate of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
Ashford University Earn the degree you've always wanted at Ashford University. Achieve your goals with the resources you need, including an innovative online classroom and a supportive environment. Your education at Ashford University is a shared experience that unites you with students and faculty around the world. Ashford University is defining the modern college experience.

  • AA/Early Childhood Education