Careers & Opportunities
Careers
The Middle Grades Education degree is a highly focused course of study aimed at placing students in a classroom for grades 4 through 8 or other educational environments.
Fieldwork
All College of Education and Human Development majors must complete field experiences to practice working with children, adolescents or adults in classrooms, training centers or community organizations.
Education majors will observe a professional teacher’s instructional and classroom management methods. The Office of Field Placement helps students find appropriate classroom assignments.
Outcomes
Career opportunities and mid-career salaries for this degee/program may include the following examples.
| Career | Median Salary* |
|---|---|
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | |
| Middle School Teachers | |
| Secondary School Teachers | |
| Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten & Elementary School | |
| Special Education Teachers, Middle School | |
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School |
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) as of August 11, 2025.