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EXPLORE THE EDUCATION INDUSTRY

​This diverse Career Cluster prepares learners for careers in planning, managing and providing education and training services, and related learning support services. Millions of learners each year train for careers in education and training in a variety of settings that offer academic instruction, career and technical instruction, and other education and training services.

Top 6 Careers in Demand in Illinois​

TEACHER ASSISTANTS
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
25%
58%
Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma
​Average Annual Salary in Illinois: $25, 600
Minimum Education Requirements: Four Year Bachelor's Degree
​Average Annual Salary in Illinois: $58,820
SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER
CHILDCARE WORKER
63%
22%
Minimum Education Requirements: Four Year Bachelor's Degree
​Average Annual Salary in Illinois: $63,680
Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma
​Average Annual Salary in Illinois: $22,410
PRESCHOOL TEACHERS
MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER
23%
61%
Minimum Education Requirements: High School Diploma
​Average Annual Salary in Illinois: $28,380
Minimum Education Requirements: Four Year Bachelor’s Degree
​Average Annual Salary in Illinois: $61,400

Career Pathways

ADMINISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Elementary and Secondary Superintendents, Principals, Administrators
Supervisors and Instructional Coordinators
Education Researchers, Test Measurement Specialists/ Assessment Specialists
College Presidents, Deans, Department Chairs, Program Coordinators
Post-Secondary Administrators
Curriculum Developers
Instructional Media Designers
Education and Training Technician
Labor Relations Managers/Specialists​
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES
Psychologists- Clinical, Developmental, Social
Social Workers
Parent Educators
Counselors
Program Advisors
Financial Aid Advisors
Career Counselors/ Advisors
Career and Employment Placement Counselors
Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Instructional Resources Coordinator
Technology Support Administrator
Database Administrators/AV Specialists
Distance Education Coordinator
Human Resources Manager
Organization Development Specialist
Training Manager/Coordinator
Instructional Coordinators
Museum Coordinators/Technicians
Media Coordinators/Specialists
Instructional Media Designer​
TEACHING/TRAINING
Preschool, Kindergarten Teachers, Aides
Elementary Teachers, Aides
Secondary/CTE Teachers, Aides
Special Education Teachers, Aides
College/University Lecturers, Professors
Human Resource Trainers
Physical Trainers
Professional Coaches
Preschool & Child Care Program Directors
Child Care Assistants/Workers
Child Life Specialist
Nanny
Early Childhood Teachers and Assistants
Instructional Systems Specialist
Corporate Trainers and Educators
Adult Literacy Teachers
Librarians/Assistants/ Technicians​

5 Questions with Local Professionals in the Industry

BNSTEM
Bloomington, IL 61704
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​309.585.1559
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