Education Career Guides for 2026
How to become a teacher, principal, counselor, or coordinator. Each guide covers what the job is, the degree and license you need, the step-by-step path, and the outlook, plus the accredited programs that get you there.
How to Become a School Principal
Lead a school, set instruction and culture, and manage staff and budgets.
How to Become a Postsecondary Education Administrator
Run admissions, student affairs, and academic operations at colleges and universities.
How to Become an Instructional Coordinator
Develop curriculum, coach teachers, and lead a school or district on instruction.
How to Become a Postsecondary Education Teacher
Teach and research in a college education department, preparing future teachers.
How to Become a High School Teacher
Teach one or more subjects to students in grades 9 through 12.
How to Become a Career and Technical Education Teacher
Teach hands-on, career-focused subjects like agriculture, business, and technology.
How to Become a Special Education Teacher
Teach students with disabilities and adapt lessons to individual learning needs.
How to Become a Middle School Teacher
Teach students in the middle grades, usually grades 6 through 8.
How to Become a School Counselor
Support students academically, socially, and in planning for college and careers.
How to Become an Elementary School Teacher
Teach young students the foundational skills of the elementary grades.
How to Become a Kindergarten Teacher
Teach foundational academic and social skills to kindergarten students.
How to Become an Adult Education and ESL Teacher
Teach adults basic skills, high school equivalency, or English as a second language.
How to Become a Preschool Teacher
Teach and care for children before they enter kindergarten.
How to Become a Teacher Assistant
Support a lead teacher with instruction, supervision, and classroom tasks.
Looking for pay detail instead? See education salaries. Wage data from the BLS OEWS, May 2025.