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Special Needs Educator

Education & Social

Special needs educators support children, young people and adults with disabilities or learning difficulties. They create individual development plans, work in special schools, inclusive classrooms or residential homes, and promote social participation. Patience and empathy are essential.

Entry
~CHF 72'000
CHF 6'000/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 90'000
CHF 7'500/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 110'000
CHF 9'167/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education
LevelUniversity / ETH
Duration72 months

Your path to Special Needs Educator

Secondary School

You are here

High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle

University / ETH

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Master's degree

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Master's degree

Starting salary: CHF 72'000/year

Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics5/10
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🔬 Science7/10
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💻 IT2/10
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🔧 Manual4/10
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🎨 Artistic6/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10
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🎨 Creativity7/10
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🤝 Social Contact9/10
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💪 Physical Demands5/10
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📈 Career Growth6/10
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🔮 Future Outlook7/10
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🔥 Demand (current)7/10
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AI Risk2/10
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