Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary

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Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary

What they do

Teach vocational courses intended to provide occupational training below the baccalaureate level in subjects such as construction, mechanics/repair, manufacturing, transportation, or cosmetology, primarily to students who have graduated from or left high school. Teaching takes place in public or private schools whose primary business is academic or vocational education.

Also Called: Automotive Instructor, Automotive Technology Instructor, Cosmetology Instructor, Flight Instructor, HVAC-R Instructor (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Instructor), Instructor, Professor, Teacher, Welding Instructor, Automotive Instructor, Automotive Technology Instructor, Cosmetology Instructor, Flight Instructor, HVAC-R Instructor (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Instructor), Instructor, Professor, Teacher, Welding Instructor

$39,120
Starting Salary (2023)
$62,060
Median Salary (2023)
-0.5%
Projected Job Growth
111,180
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Present lectures and conduct discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids, such as graphs, charts, videotapes, and slides.
Prepare reports and maintain records, such as student grades, attendance rolls, and training activity details.
Administer oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and to evaluate training effectiveness.
Develop curricula and plan course content and methods of instruction.
Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Social
Working with people
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Integrity
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Self-Control
Cooperation
Leadership

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Speaking
Active Learning
Reading Comprehension

Expected Knowledge

Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Common Activities

Training and Teaching Others
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

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