How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Wyoming
Special education advocacy certification builds on a strong classroom foundation, and Wyoming’s certification path gives new teachers a solid base to work from. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree from a state-approved teacher preparation program, at least eight consecutive weeks of student teaching, and passing scores on the Praxis Core Academic Skills Test along with a special education-specific Praxis exam. Wyoming also requires all candidates to demonstrate knowledge of the U.S. and Wyoming Constitutions, either through prior coursework or a dedicated exam.
The Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) oversees licensure statewide, and 17% of Wyoming students, roughly 12,000 children, are identified as having disabilities, well above the 13% national average. Despite that high rate, Wyoming has earned the U.S. Department of Education’s highest rating, “Meets Requirements,” for its ability to serve this population. NASET’s roles and responsibilities of a special education teacher guide is a useful resource for new teachers entering a state with this level of need.
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Continuing Education & License Renewal in Wyoming
Wyoming teaching licenses renew every five years, requiring five professional development or renewal credits, which can be earned through PTSB-approved workshops or credits accrued while pursuing National Board Certification.
Wyoming doesn’t operate a state-level approval list for outside providers, so NASET course completion certificates are best submitted directly to your district for review as PTSB-approved credit. Educators building toward special education advocacy certification alongside their teaching license should note that PTSB workshop credit and NASET coursework can often complement each other within the same renewal cycle.
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Special Education Teacher Salary in Wyoming
The earning potential for Wyoming special education teachers varies by experience, location, and credentials:
- Average salary: $54,000–$67,000 per year
- Entry-level (0–3 years): around $54,000
- Experienced (8+ years): up to $77,000
- Key factors: grade level, district funding, rural vs. more populated districts
Wyoming employs over 900 special education teachers across 48 districts, and pursuing board certification remains one of the more reliable ways to strengthen your case for career advancement.
IEPs in Wyoming
Wyoming’s IEP process is supported by the Wyoming Advisory Panel for Students with Disabilities, which advises the State Superintendent on special education issues statewide, and Project WIN provides evidence-based instructional practices and professional development for educators working through the IEP process. Reviewing strong IEP models alongside determining measurable annual goals in an IEP can help teachers write IEPs that hold up to review, particularly in a largely rural state where consistency across small districts matters.
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Key Resources for Wyoming Special Education Teachers
State Resources:
PIC’s Annual Conference brings families and professionals together statewide, and its ongoing trainings give educators a strong complement to NASET’s own certification-focused coursework.
Advance Your Career With NASET
Wherever you are in your Wyoming special education career, NASET offers structured ways to keep growing. The Membership gives you year-round access to courses, downloadable classroom tools, and a community of practitioners navigating the same licensure and renewal requirements you are.
For those ready to formalize their expertise, The Board Certified Special Educator (BCSE) credential signals advanced mastery to administrators and districts alike, and it’s a meaningful differentiator when pursuing leadership roles or negotiating career advancement, especially in a rural state where specialized credentials stand out.
Both paths lead back to the same goal: helping Wyoming’s students with disabilities get the individualized support they’re entitled to, from educators equipped to provide it.
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