Careers & Opportunities
Careers
The Master of Education in Early and Elementary Education with Special Education is primarily designed to place you in an educational setting as an elementary school teacher or a teacher in special education.
Field Experience & Student Teaching
As part of your academic program, you will gain firsthand knowledge in classrooms through immersive field placements and student teaching experiences.
Outcomes
Career opportunities and mid-career salaries for this degee/program may include the following examples.
| Career | Median Salary* |
|---|---|
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | |
| Middle School Teachers | |
| Secondary School Teachers | |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten & Elementary School | |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle School | |
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School |
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) as of September 24, 2025.