Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
SOC: 25-2031 O*NET: 25-2031.00
Median Salary
$64,580
per year
Job Growth
📉 -1.6%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
66.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4
Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$38,748
25th
$51,664
50th (Median)
$64,580
75th
$77,496
90th
$96,870
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:1,094,500
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-1.6%
Annual Openings:66,200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)1,094,500
Current
2034 (Projected)1,076,700
-1.6%
-17,800
Employment Change
-1.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Instructing
Instructing
✓
Learning Strategies
Learning Strategies
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Education and Training
✓
English Language
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Psychology
✓
Sociology and Anthropology
✓
History and Archeology
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree or higher
Experience Required
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
Job Training
Significant preparation with related work experience