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Special Education Teacher Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median special education teacher salary in Aurora, IL is $59,812 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$59,812
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,148
Cost of Living
95%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, 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 Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
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 Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$67,997
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$67,367
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$53,516
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$51,627
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Aurora

Education

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