Career Exploration Series: Careers in Education

Careers in education can be among the most rewarding ways to make a difference in the lives of others. Earning a degree in education is an important first step in becoming a teacher. But even if you don’t plan to teach in a traditional classroom setting, an education degree can be a stepping stone to a wide variety of careers in education, including education administration, school counseling, or even social work.

Opportunities in the education field are becoming more in demand according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, especially in certain education specialties. Listed below are some of the top growing careers in the education field.

• Postsecondary Teacher
• Postsecondary Education Administrator
• Curriculum Developer
• Schools Counselor
• Special Education Teacher