Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
BLS projects employment of secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education to change by -0.2% from 2025 to 2035, slower than the 3.5% projected for all occupations, with about 63,500 openings a year. The median annual wage in 2025 was $72,040 (all occupations: $50,980).
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| Median annual wage, 2025 | $72,040 |
|---|---|
| Employment, 2025 | 1,087,500 |
| Projected employment, 2035 | 1,085,000 |
| Change, 2025–35 | -0.2% (−2,500) |
| Openings per year, 2025–35 average | 63,500 |
| Typical entry education | Bachelor's degree |
| Work experience in a related occupation | None |
| Typical on-the-job training | None |
| Self-employed | 0.1% |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program, Table 1.2 Occupational projections, 2025–35, and worker characteristics, 2025 ↗. Employment is for 2025, projections to 2035; median annual wage is for 2025; openings are the projected annual average for 2025–35. Figures are national, not local. Data last downloaded Oct 16, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much do secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education make?
BLS reports a median annual wage of $72,040 for secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education in 2025.
What is the job outlook for secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education?
BLS projects employment to change by -0.2% from 2025 to 2035, with about 63,500 openings per year on average.
What education do secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education need?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as: Bachelor's degree. Typical on-the-job training: None.