Special Education K-12 Introduction
Teacher candidates entering the Special Education K–12 program gain real-world preparation for their career through the following:
- Obtaining excellent applied training in working with children with exceptionalities in the school setting grades K–12.
- Learning to access student needs using a variety of assessment tools
- Gaining abilities and practice in planning and delivering instruction for a wide range of learners
- Learning to collaborate with peers, mentors, parents, service providers, etc.
- Receiving knowledge and training in preparation for graduate school in a variety of fields including occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, etc.
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BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries
Graduates from this program are in high demand across public and charter school districts with average starting salaries ranging from $45,000 to $58,000. Your specialized expertise as an intervention specialist or transition coordinator provides a stable career path with additional earning potential in residential treatment facilities and private educational consulting.
Common Career Paths
You will be qualified to lead K 12 classrooms as a special education teacher specializing in resource rooms or inclusive life skills programs. Through five hands on practicum experiences, you will master the ability to design tailored curriculum and manage classroom behavior to support the unique needs of every student.
Preparation for Grad School
This major provides a rigorous foundation for students pursuing advanced degrees in school psychology, educational leadership, or speech and language disorders. You will graduate with the clinical observation skills and academic preparation required to excel in specialized master's programs for behavior analysis and school counseling.
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