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Teachers play a crucial role in helping children to develop their intellectual, social, sporting, and personal capacities. Teachers usually specialize in a certain level of education such as elementary school or secondary school. Elementary school teachers generally lead a class and teach all subjects; middle and secondary school teachers specialize in a specific subject or subjects and teach different classes.

Education and Career Opportunities in Teaching

Every state requires public school teachers to hold a teaching license. Degrees that can qualify you for licensure include a bachelor's degree in education, usually majoring in the subject you want to teach, or a degree in a related field such as early childhood education.

To make the most of the employment opportunities in teaching, you should be willing to be geographically mobile. Teachers specializing in special education, English as a second language, or math and science should have the best job opportunities.

In 2009, kindergarten, elementary school teachers earned median annual wages of $50,510, while secondary school teachers took home $52,200. Pay can rise for teachers with more experience or a master's degree in education.

People usually remember their best teacher--the one who inspired them to follow a certain path or helped them to grow in confidence. If you believe you could be that teacher, check out the teaching degree near you today, or look for online degrees in teacher 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.

  • Teacher's Aid
  • Early Childhood Education
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
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.
  • A.A. in Elementary Education