An education degree from Boise State opens the door to meaningful, flexible and community-driven careers across Idaho. Whether you’re passionate about shaping young minds, working in specialized programs and research, or teaching in unique school settings, your degree prepares you for a variety of opportunities across the state and beyond.
Career Opportunities in Idaho and beyond:
- Traditional public schools (teacher, principal, teacher-leadership)
- Public charter schools
- Public alternative schools
- Private/independent and parochial schools
- Schools with International Baccalaureate (IB) programs
- Language immersion programs
- Career Technical Education (CTE) schools
- Rural and urban school districts across the state
- Community early childhood and special education programs
- School district superintendency
Teaching and administrator salary expectations in Idaho
- Starting salary range: $50,252 minimum salary state-wide
- Average salary (all teachers): $55,000-$65,000
- Potential earnings with experience and/or advanced degrees: $70,000 +
- Principal average Idaho salary: $90,478
- Superintendent average Idaho salary: $170,809
Note: Salaries vary based on district, location (urban vs. rural) and additional certifications or responsibilities.
Generous state benefits – PERSI
As a public school educator in Idaho, you qualify for the Public Employee Retirements System of Idaho (PERSI), which offers:
- A lifetime monthly retirement benefit
- Employer contributions toward your retirement
- Disability and survivor benefits
- A strong, stable pension plan designed to support long-term career educators
Learn more at: persi.idaho.gov
Expand your impact beyond the classroom
An education degree doesn’t limit you to just one role. Many educators supplement their income and experience by:
Teaching dual credit high school courses
- Licensed high school teachers can serve as adjunct instructors for college-level dual credit courses in their schools, helping students earn both high school and college credit.
Working with Idaho Digital Learning Alliance (IDLA)
- Become a part-time online instructor with IDLA, Idaho’s state supported online course provider. This flexible opportunity allows you to teach students from across the state in a virtual setting, often outside of traditional work hours.
Learn more at idahodigitallearning.org
Why Boise State?
- Field experiences in a variety of school settings
- Strong partnerships with districts across Idaho
- Pathways for certification and endorsements
- Supportive faculty and advising staff
- A commitment to developing well-rounded and prepared educators
Find the College of Education program that is right for you. More information and contact links can be found on each program’s website.