A bachelor of education (BEd) degree allows recipients to work in primary or secondary schools once they receive required certification or licensure. The average salary for people who hold a BEd depends on experience and who they work for.
Experience
In July 2009, bachelor of education recipients averaged $33,836 during their first year of employment, $36,415 for years one to four, $40,647 for years five to nine, $47,899 for years 10 to 19 and $53,927 for 20 years of experience or more.
Employer Type
In July 2009, the highest paying employer of bachelor of education holders was the federal government, which paid an average salary of $62,857. Bachelor of education degree holders who were self-employed reported lowest average pay at $26,500.
Specialty
In July 2009, people with bachelor's degrees in education who taught grades five through nine earned the highest average salary at $42,443. Those who taught secondary school or grades nine through 12 averaged the lowest at $39,320.
Location
In July 2009, the states with the highest average pay for bachelor of education recipients were Illinois at $60,000, California at $58,673 and New York at $50,751.
Benefits
In July 2009, many bachelor of education holders received additional benefits that increased their overall compensation packages, including between 1.5 and 2.7 weeks of paid vacation time and average annual bonuses of between $1,000 and $,5500.
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