Creative & Education Waldorf, MD Pop. 77,000

Special Education Teacher Salary in Waldorf, Maryland

The median special education teacher salary in Waldorf, MD is $66,108 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.5% below the Maryland state average.

City Median
$66,108
vs State Avg
$-3,148
vs National
+$3,148
Cost of Living
105%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Waldorf by Experience

In Waldorf, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $46,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,200
+$2,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$67,200
+$3,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$94,500
+$4,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Waldorf, MD

Percentile Waldorf
10th Percentile $44,100
25th Percentile $52,500
Median (50th) $66,108
75th Percentile $81,900
90th Percentile $100,800

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other Maryland Cities

Silver Spring, MD
$76,811
Pop. 81,015
Columbia, MD
$74,293
Pop. 104,681
Germantown, MD
$72,404
Pop. 90,676
Baltimore, MD
$67,997
Pop. 585,708

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Waldorf

Education

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