SOC 25-2052
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School
Risk Score
⚠️25/100
Moderate
US Employment
👥231,570
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$63K
$48K – $101K
Projected Growth
📈-1.8%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖35/100
Moderate exposure
💡 Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School face a risk score of 25/100 — 19 points below the national average of 44. With only 35/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $63K ($17K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of just 25/100, Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School is well-positioned against AI automation. Core responsibilities like inspiring and motivating students through personal connection and adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time rely heavily on human judgment and interpersonal skills that AI cannot easily replicate. The 231,570 Americans in this role can expect continued demand, though they should still stay informed about AI tools that can enhance their productivity.
Will AI Replace Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Virtual classroom platforms reducing instructor demand
AI-generated curriculum and lesson plan content
Automated grading and assessment tools
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
Developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons
Managing classroom dynamics and student behavior
Mentoring students through personal and academic challenges
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary Teachers | 22 | $82K | 81% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | 22 | $78K | 81% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | 23 | $65K | 79% |