All 42 education & public sector roles
Education & Public Sector Roles
These are the 42 education and public sector role types GlobalCybers places. All salary figures from BLS OEWS May 2025.
RoleKey credentialsMedian salaryReq. cert
Elementary School Teacher
Early childhood education · foundational skills
Teaching License required · 3+ yrs exp
$62,000
Teaching License
High School Teacher
Subject-specific instruction · secondary education
Teaching License required · 3+ yrs exp
$65,000
Teaching License
Special Education Teacher
Individualized education plans · specialized support
Special Ed. certification · 3+ yrs exp
$63,000
Special Ed. Cert
School Principal
School leadership · educational policy implementation
Principal Certification · 5+ yrs teaching exp
$90,000
Principal Cert
Instructional Coordinator
Curriculum development · instructional strategy
Teaching License · curriculum expertise
$70,000
Curriculum Cert
School Counselor
Student guidance · academic planning
Counselor Certification · 3+ yrs exp
$58,000
Counselor Cert
Librarian
Library management · resource organization
MLS required · 2+ yrs library exp
$55,000
MLS
Teacher's Aide
Classroom support · instructional assistance
Teaching Assistant Certification
$30,000
TA Cert
Superintendent
District leadership · strategic oversight
Superintendent Certification · 10+ yrs exp
$120,000
Superintendent Cert
Curriculum Developer
Curriculum innovation · educational research
Advanced degree in education
$65,000
Curriculum Cert
Showing 10 of 42 education roles. Salary data: BLS OEWS May 2025, SOC 25-2000 (Education Occupations). Role-level medians vary by specialization. View all open education & public sector jobs →
Salary data — BLS OEWS May 2025
Education & Public Sector Salary by Role
All salary data from BLS OEWS, May 2025 reference period. Education Occupations (SOC 25-2000) is the primary BLS code for this industry group.
Elementary School Teacher
SOC 25-2000 · national · BLS 2025
$62,000
Median annual · $29.81/hr
$45K (P10)$90K+ (P90)
High School Teacher — Top States
BLS state data · SOC 25-2000
New York$85,000
California$82,000
Massachusetts$80,000
New Jersey$78,000
Texas$75,000–$85K
Certifications — what each education & public sector role needs
Education Certifications GlobalCybers Verifies
These are the certifications most commonly required for education and public sector roles. GlobalCybers verifies all of these against the issuing body before a candidate appears on your shortlist.
🎓Teaching License
State Education Departments
Required for all teaching positions in public schools. State-specific requirements apply, with regular renewal and continuing education credits.
Full Teaching License guide → 🏫Principal Certification
State Education Departments
Required for administrative roles such as principals and vice-principals. Involves leadership training and educational policy coursework.
Full Principal Cert guide → 💼School Counselor Certification
State Education Departments
Certification for school counselors, involving coursework and practical experience in student guidance and support.
Full Counselor Cert guide → 🔖Special Education Certification
State Education Departments
Certification for special education teachers, focusing on strategies for teaching students with diverse needs.
Full Special Ed Cert guide → Education & Public Sector jobs by city
Top US Education Markets — Jobs & Salary
These cities have the highest education employment and the strongest demand for experienced teachers, counselors, and administrators.
New York City, NY
New York · 5 boroughs
$75K–$100K
Teacher range · urban + diverse needs
Los Angeles, CA
California · LA County
$70K–$95K
Teacher range · large district
Chicago, IL
Illinois · Cook County
$65K–$90K
Teacher range · unionized schools
Houston, TX
Texas · Harris County
$60K–$85K
Teacher range · diverse population
Miami, FL
Florida · Miami-Dade County
$55K–$80K
Teacher range · bilingual education
Atlanta, GA
Georgia · Fulton County
$58K–$82K
Teacher range · urban growth
GlobalCybers staffs education & public sector roles in all 50 states. View all education & public sector staffing agency locations →
Market context — 2026
The US Education Labor Market in 2026
The BLS projects education employment to grow 6% from 2024 to 2034 — steady growth in line with national trends.
🔬 STEM Education Initiatives
The increasing emphasis on STEM education is driving demand for qualified teachers in science and mathematics, particularly in urban and underserved areas.
🧠 Counselor & Support Staff Expansion
With a growing focus on mental health and student well-being, schools are hiring more counselors and social workers, increasing the need for certified professionals in these roles.
💻 EdTech Integration
As educational technology advances, there is an increasing need for instructional coordinators who are adept at integrating digital tools into the curriculum.
For schools and districts trying to hire in this environment, the credential verification step is the bottleneck — not the candidate sourcing. GlobalCybers resolves this by verifying Teaching Licenses, Principal Certifications, and other credentials against their issuing bodies before the candidate name reaches the employer.
Frequently asked questions
Education & Public Sector Industry FAQs
What is the difference between the Education & Public Sector industry and other sectors on GlobalCybers?
The Education & Public Sector covers roles such as teachers, principals, counselors, and librarians. It focuses on educational and public institutions, whereas other sectors may deal with private industry or skilled trades.
What does an Elementary School Teacher earn in 2026?
The BLS median annual wage for Elementary School Teachers (SOC 25-2000) is $62,000 nationally per BLS OEWS May 2025. In the highest-paying states: New York ($85,000), California ($82,000), Massachusetts ($80,000), New Jersey ($78,000).
Does a Teaching License expire?
Teaching Licenses are state-specific and generally require renewal every 3-5 years, along with continuing education credits. GlobalCybers always confirms Teaching License validity and recency when screening education candidates.
How does GlobalCybers place education professionals differently from a traditional agency?
Three key differences: (1) Credential verification before shortlist — every Teaching License, Principal Certification, and School Counselor Certification is confirmed against the issuing body before you see the candidate. (2) Flat $2,999/month retainer — no per-hire fee. (3) 90-day written replacement guarantee — included in your retainer, not an add-on.
What certifications are commonly required for education roles?
Common certifications include the Teaching License for all teachers, Principal Certification for school administrators, and School Counselor Certification for counselors. These credentials are verified by GlobalCybers before candidate placement.