About this program
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.
Career Opportunities
Elementary School Teachers
teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level.
$65420
Bachelor's degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
Education Professors
teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
$75010
Doctoral degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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