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Job outlook for distance education coordinators in the United States
Are distance education coordinator jobs in demand?
Distance education coordinator job and salary trends over time
Distance education coordinator jobs over time
Distance education coordinator job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 423 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 369 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 377 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 347 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 306 | 0.00% |
Average distance education coordinator salary over time
Distance education coordinator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $44,496 | $21.39 | +2.5% |
| 2025 | $43,414 | $20.87 | +3.1% |
| 2024 | $42,093 | $20.24 | +1.5% |
| 2023 | $41,473 | $19.94 | +4.4% |
| 2022 | $39,736 | $19.10 | +1.7% |
Distance education coordinator jobs by state
Most common states for distance education coordinators
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delaware | 961,939 | 205 | 21% |
| 2 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 142 | 19% |
| 3 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 352 | 17% |
| 4 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 233 | 14% |
| 5 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 94 | 14% |
| 6 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 114 | 13% |
| 7 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 541 | 11% |
| 8 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 431 | 11% |
| 9 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 120 | 9% |
| 10 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 247 | 7% |
| 11 | Vermont | 623,657 | 45 | 7% |
| 12 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 416 | 6% |
| 13 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 393 | 6% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 321 | 6% |
| 15 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 32 | 6% |
| 16 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 680 | 5% |
| 17 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 308 | 5% |
| 18 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 292 | 5% |
| 19 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 53 | 5% |
| 20 | Alaska | 739,795 | 30 | 4% |
Distance Education Coordinator job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of distance education coordinator experts
Winona State University
Grand Valley State University
Rider University
Fontbonne University
Carlow University
What skills stand out on Distance Education Coordinator resumes?
Steven Baule: The key focus for any educational leader must be the ability to improve learner outcomes. This can be measured in a wide range of ways, from graduation rates, test scores, improved attendance rates, etc. A second important consideration for an educational leader is the ability to manage professional development and mentor the educators under their charge. Given today's mixture of remote and traditional learning, experience in engaging online students will be sought after. Experience in leading or working in diverse settings will also be highly desirable.
What's a good job out of college for Distance Education Coordinators?
Sherie Williams: Even in this new world of virtual contact, teaching is an important profession that still allows new graduates to impact the future.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Distance Education Coordinator job market given the pandemic?
Lauren Nicolosi: I think we're seeing a lot of remote opportunities, or those that are flexible in format. Because some roles don't translate to remote work as well, though, we're definitely seeing that some students are having to be creative in finding opportunities outside of what they initially planned for.
Dr. Kelley Barger
Chair, Department of Education/Special Education, Professor in Education, Director of Reading ProgramsFontbonne University
Department of Education/Special Education
What experience really stands out on Distance Education Coordinator resumes?
Dr. Kelley Barger: I look at work experience paired with the candidate's educational background. When I look at their academics and then I see work experience that is not using that education, I wonder why. Secondly, I look at volunteerism and if that is on their resume to see if they made time for those in their field that don't fall into a paid position. This tells me where their motivation comes from.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Distance Education Coordinator job market given the pandemic?
Patricia L. McMahon Ph.D.: "Trends" may not be the right word, because it signifies short-term. The pandemic has caused us to reflect on beliefs and practices that require change. Online learning will continue to be a viable option schools will provide for students. There will be a more concentrated movement toward student-centered approaches to learning, such as inquiry-/project-/and problem-based learning. These learner-centered curricular approaches will necessitate a shift in assessment practices, with a gradual movement to competency-based education. We will also see continued focus on efforts to incorporate supports for students' social, emotional, and mental health needs. Culturally sustaining and innovative pedagogies will be a priority. Emerging leadership will be relational, not hierarchical, with administrative and teacher leaders working together on matters ranging from managerial responsibilities to professional learning opportunities. This includes building and intensifying participation in networked partnerships and professional learning communities. We are seeing job opportunities increase for teachers as well as for principals and superintendents, and for central administration jobs, such as ed tech leaders, instructional designers, curriculum coordinators, and directors of curriculum, instruction, and assessment.