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Special Education Teacher Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median special education teacher salary in Newark, DE is $64,219 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$64,219
vs State Avg
+$629
vs National
+$1,259
Cost of Living
102%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $44,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $91,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,880
+$880 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$65,280
+$1,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$91,800
+$1,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $42,840
25th Percentile $51,000
Median (50th) $64,219
75th Percentile $79,560
90th Percentile $97,920

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$66,108
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$62,330
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$61,701
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$60,442
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Newark

Education

Most special education teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Newark and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

IEP DevelopmentAdaptive TeachingAssessmentBehavioral ManagementCommunicationPatience

Job Outlook

Nationally, special education teacher employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Newark may vary based on local industry and population growth.