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Special Education Teacher Salary in Jacksonville, Florida

The median special education teacher salary in Jacksonville, FL is $59,812 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 3.1% below the Florida state average.

City Median
$59,812
vs State Avg
$-1,889
vs National
$-3,148
Cost of Living
95%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Jacksonville by Experience

In Jacksonville, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $41,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,800
$-2,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$60,800
$-3,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$85,500
$-4,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jacksonville, FL

Percentile Jacksonville
10th Percentile $39,900
25th Percentile $47,500
Median (50th) $59,812
75th Percentile $74,100
90th Percentile $91,200

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Florida Cities

Miami, FL
$74,293
Pop. 442,241
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$72,404
Pop. 182,760
Orlando, FL
$64,219
Pop. 307,573
Tampa, FL
$62,960
Pop. 384,959

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Jacksonville

Education

Most special education teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Jacksonville and the surrounding Florida 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 Jacksonville may vary based on local industry and population growth.