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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten

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Teach academic, social, and life skills to kindergarten students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities. Includes teachers who specialize and work with students who are blind or have visual impairments; students who are deaf or have hearing impairments; and students with intellectual disabilities.

Sample of reported job titles: Emotional Disabilities Teacher, Hearing Impaired Itinerant Teacher (HI Itinerant Teacher), Learning Support Teacher, Resource Program Teacher, Special Education Inclusion Teacher, Special Education Resource Teacher, Special Education Teacher

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Tasks

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  • Administer standardized ability and achievement tests to kindergarten students with special needs.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Collaborate with other teachers or administrators to develop, evaluate, or revise kindergarten programs.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Confer with other staff members to plan, schedule, or conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, or other professionals to develop individual educational plans (IEPs) designed to promote students’ educational, physical, or social development.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Confer with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, or administrators to resolve students’ behavioral or academic problems.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Control the inventory or distribution of classroom equipment, materials, or supplies.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Develop or implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Employ special educational strategies or techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, or memory.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment or materials to prevent injuries and damage.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Instruct special needs students in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques, such as phonetics, multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning and meet students’ varying needs.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Interpret or transcribe classroom materials into Braille or sign language.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, or administrative regulations.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Meet with parents or guardians to discuss their children’s progress, advise them on using community resources, or teach skills for dealing with students’ impairments.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Modify the general kindergarten education curriculum for special-needs students.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Monitor teachers or teacher assistants to ensure adherence to special education program requirements.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Organize and display students’ work in a manner appropriate for their perceptual skills.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Organize and supervise games or other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, or social development.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Perform administrative duties, such as assisting in school libraries, hall or cafeteria monitoring, or bus loading or unloading.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Plan or supervise experiential learning activities, such as class projects, field trips, demonstrations, or visits by guest speakers.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare assignments for teacher assistants or volunteers.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare classrooms with a variety of materials or resources for children to explore, manipulate, or use in learning activities or imaginative play.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare objectives, outlines, or other materials for courses of study following curriculum guidelines or school or state requirements.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare, administer, or grade assignments to evaluate students’ progress.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Present information in audio-visual or interactive formats, using computers, televisions, audio-visual aids, or other equipment, materials, or technologies.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Provide assistive devices, supportive technology, or assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification or positive reinforcement.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Visit schools to tutor students with sensory impairments or to consult with teachers regarding students’ special needs.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Computer based training software — Children’s educational software; EasyCBM; Rethink Ed; Scientific Learning Fast ForWordSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Data base user interface and query software — American Sign Language Browser; Individualized Educational Program IEP softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Device drivers or system software — Screen magnification software; Screen reader software; Synapse outSPOKEN; The vOICe Learning EditionSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Electronic mail software — Email software; Microsoft Outlook Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Graphics or photo imaging software — Drawing softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Internet browser software — Web browser softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Office suite software — Microsoft Office Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Voice recognition software — goQ WordQ; Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking; Voice activated softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Word processing software — Microsoft Word Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop instructional materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Evaluate student work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitor student performance.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Assist students with special educational needs.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Create technology-based learning materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Develop instructional objectives.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Direct activities of subordinates.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Display student work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Distribute instructional or library materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Establish rules or policies governing student behavior.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Maintain student records.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitor student behavior, social development, or health.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Plan educational activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Plan experiential learning activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare tests.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Set up classroom materials or equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Supervise school or student activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Teach life skills.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Teach others to use technology or equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Tutor students who need extra assistance.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Education Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor’s degree, but some do not.
Related Experience A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Job Training Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Job Zone Examples Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, chemists, art directors, and cost estimators.
SVP Range (7.0 to < 8.0)

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Credentials

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wage data for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School.
Employment data for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School.
Industry data for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School.

Median wages (2020) $60,620 annual
State wages
 
Local wages
  
Employment (2020) 188,600 employees
Projected growth (2020-2030) Average (5% to 10%) Average (5% to 10%)
Projected job openings (2020-2030) 15,700
State trends
 
Top industries (2020)
Educational Services

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020 wage data external site and 2020-2030 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2020-2030). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Sources of Additional Information

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Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

  • American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO external site
  • Council for Exceptional Children external site
  • National Association of Special Education Teachers external site
  • National Education Association external site
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook: Special education teachers external site
  • Teach.org external site

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