What is the best job to have in the education field? I would like to become a teacher and would like some idea

Question

of what is a good area to go into?primary or secondary special needs,speech pathalogy,phys ed,library i am pretty open to anything right now.

Answer 1

I would suggest teaching whatever subject area you enjoy most. I teach Language Arts, which I would not recommend if you do not like reading and writing. We probably have the largest paper load of all the subjects. At any point in time, I have between 50 - 125 papers to grade. Frankly, that part of the job stinks, but because I love literature, it's worth it. My husband teaches special education, and he loves that because he enjoys working with the students, whose disabilities range from ADD to multiply handicapped to emotionally disturbed. My mother-in-law, father-in-law, and brother-in-law all teach physical education. I envy them in a lot of ways. They seem to have a different relationship with the students than "regular" teachers have. One of my friends (also a gym teacher) says that "phys-ed is the best kept secret in education," which it is, in a way. However, they have much larger class sizes than classroom teachers, and I don't know if I could handle the chaos of kids all over. I have friends in pretty much all the subject areas, and they all enjoy it because they are teaching something that they love.

Answer 2

If you have the patience, go into special education. There are always jobs - but there's a reason for that... it is hard. You can be certified K-12 in special ed and then you'll have the ability to do what you like grade-wise. However, because (at least in FL) special ed teachers are now required to be "highly qualified," it would behoove you to get your degree in something like math or science (2 more areas that are usually in need of teachers...) and then get dually certified in special education. Also, if it is offered in your school, take English as a Second Language courses for an additionally powerful resume! Good Luck!

Answer 3

If you would like a job for life in education, become a special education teacher. Special ed teachers are always in need pretty much across the country. Secondary math and science teachers are also a pretty good choice.

Good luck.

Answer 4

I taught for 6 years. The correct answer is "nowhere." If you are a good teacher, they will suck the life out of you. If you are a bad teacher, they'll just treat you like crap and you'll be the whipping boy for that school's administration. I worked hard, was highly regarded and awarded, and the parents loved me. Because of that, I was used and abused by a system that only wanted to look good. When I run into my fellow teachers at the grocery store or the mall, they are all miserable.

Now, I teach adults as a trainer in the corporate world. I am respected by my boss, treated like a human being, and I more than doubled my salary overnight (although, I didn't go into teaching to become rich, so please know this is NOT about money). If you want to follow a similar path, take courses in training design and/or e-learning course design. If you still want to make that self-sacrifice, good luck, and find a good therapist FIRST.

Answer 5

Figure out the area you like best. If you like what you are doing, then you will stay with it.

A friend of mine had a music degree, but had to teach a regular elementary school class when the funding was cut for the arts in her district. For two years, she was miserable. She nearly left the teaching profession. She was offered a music position in another district at the high school level and she couldn't be happier. She loves what she does.

It is always a good idea to look into the needs of the schools, but you should look into your own needs as well.

Good luck in your decision.

Answer 6

I've taught for over 20 years... many of my friends did not get teaching positions because they weren't willing to relocate. If you're willing to move to where the jobs are, you can almost go into anything. Be advised the Physical Education jobs are hard to come by... I mean, one gym teacher might handle all grades K-8 in a small building. Special Education teachers are in high demand... but be advised the burn-out rate is high as well. If you have a favorite subject, get your certificate in it for as wide a grade range as possible... preferably K-12. If you really want to increase your chances, we really need more Math and Science teachers.

Answer 7

Some of the big growth areas where you'll be most likely to have a large selection of job offers include...

1. Administration (principal, etc.)
2. Elementary Reading/Writing specialist
3. Special Needs / Inclusion specialist
4. Psychometrics - studying how to measure intelligence and learning (the testing industry is big $$$)

Answer 8

Special education openings are very easy to come by but probably the hardest. My husband has taught it for over 20 years.It takes alot out of him and gives him alot of stress.Remember unless it's B.D. or L.D. the kids may make very little or no progress at all.He is certified in other areas but has taught the lower or lowest kids so long he doesn't know if he could adapt to teaching other areas.He is stuck in a hard place.Definitely get certified in more than one area and don't be afraid to switch.I myself would pick elementary.

Answer 9

All of jobs in the education field are good. I plan to teach at the college level. I want to teach Business and Computer courses. Go into secondary, you will make more in that field. Principals, school psychologist, counselor, administration,etc

Answer 10

The best job in the education field? I'd say custodian in a school. No kids to deal with, no BS from the principal, etc. I've been in teaching 30 years and I've had it up to my neck.