Postsecondary Creative Arts Teacher

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Postsecondary Creative Arts Teacher

Inspire creativity by teaching drama, music, and arts to future artists.
Shape the next generation of artists and performers through education and mentorship.
Blend teaching with research to explore and innovate in the creative arts field.

💰 Earn $80K-$162K

📚 Master Degree

⏱️ 48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 2.7% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques.
Evaluate and grade students' class work, performances, projects, assignments, and papers.
Prepare students for performances, exams, or assessments.
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as acting techniques, fundamentals of music, and art history.

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Minimum Education

Master Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

Over 4 years

Job Openings

9,900 Annually

Median Earnings

$107,680 in California

$80,360 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Relating with or serving others

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Reading Comprehension
Speaking

You value 🙏

Having freedom
Job security
Personal relationships

Deep Dive

Postsecondary Creative Arts 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.

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

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

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years