
If you see yourself as a life-long learner and want to help future generations share your passion for knowledge, consider a career in education. A two-year degree will provide you with the necessary qualifications for a position as a teaching assistant, where you will work closely with educators in a variety of classroom settings. Advance your career with a bachelor's degree and you will find stability in one of the most honorable and fulfilling professions.
If you see challenges as opportunities and seek to influence policy and take on responsibilities outside the traditional classroom setting, pursue a degree in education leadership. It can take you straight to the principal's office.

Teachers are highly disciplined problem solvers with unwavering resolve to help others. Additionally, teachers have excellent communication and decision-making skills and can think quickly on their feet. Take our personality test to see if you are well-suited for a career in education.
Education Careers Facts and Figures
| School Administrators |
| Average Annual |
| $82,200 |
|
| Adult Education Teachers |
| Average Annual |
| $54,430 |
|
| Vocational Education Teachers |
| Average Annual |
| $53,280 |
|
| Special Education, Elementary |
| Average Annual |
| $51,850 |
|
| Elementary School Teachers |
| Average Annual |
| $50,090 |
|
| Teacher Assistant |
| Average Annual |
| $22,850 |
Source: May 2007 National Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates, Department of Labor |
This is an offer for educational opportunities that may lead to employment and not an offer for nor a guarantee of employment. Please consult with a representative from the school you select to learn more about career opportunities in that field.