Teacher Shortage Areas 2025-2026

The 2025-2026 teacher shortage areas have been approved by the US Department of Education. The approved shortage areas for 2025-2026 are as follows:

Declared Areas – All levels unless noted

  • Bilingual/English as a Second Language
  • Career and Technical Education (secondary level only)
  • Computer Science/Technology Applications
  • English Language Arts and Reading (secondary level only)
  • Special Education

The following are critical shortage areas allowing individuals to apply for TEACH Grants and/or Public Service Loan Forgiveness:

  • Bilingual/English as a Second Language
  • Career and Technical Education (secondary level only)
  • Computer Science/Technology Applications
  • Special Education