Earning a degree in education can prepare you for numerous rewarding careers. Although a school teacher is the first profession to come to mind, many other careers are possible depending on your experience, the degree level and field of study. Education degree holders can work in the public and private sectors, teach, manage, and conduct research.

Career Options in Education:

An educator is one of the more recession resistent careers. Whether the economy is prospering or lagging, the public will always need qualified teachers and educators. The career outlook for teachers is strong. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment of school teachers to grow by 12% between 2006 and 2016, thus producing 479,000 new jobs and expects a strong future for education jobs overall. >> click here to see projections for education careers

Holding graduate degrees in education is essential to individuals who desire educational leadership and administration positions. Many schools require their teachers to either have a master's degree or work on earning one within a certain amount of time. Most schools have payscales that reward you for having a master's degree. If you don't have a bachelor degree in education and want to become an educator, a master's degree in the field can fulfill most schools' education requirements.

School systems across the country have expressed great need for teachers who are specialized in mathematics, science, and english language learning (ELL/ESL) instruction. Educators who have extensive training or degrees in these fields will certainly have improved options in employment and better compensation potential. >> click here for Teacher Shortage Areas from the U.S. Dept. of Education