Middle School Career Education Teacher

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Middle School Career Education Teacher

Inspire young minds to explore diverse career paths and future opportunities.
Shape the future by guiding students in discovering their passions and skills.
Engage students with hands-on activities and real-world career insights.

💰 Earn $53K-$80K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 24–48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 -0.9% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Teach occupational, vocational, career, or technical subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.

Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Steady (Staying constant (within 1%))

Training Time

2 to 4 years

Job Openings

800 Annually

Median Earnings

$62,120 in California

$63,860 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Relating with or serving others
Using data or completing tasks

You are skilled in 💫

Active Learning
Active Listening
Instructing
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Personal relationships

Deep Dive

Middle School Career Education Teacher

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Hybrid College

A hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years