Adult and Vocational Education Teachers
| Description |
OES Code: 31310 |
Teach or instruct vocational and/or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Subjects include business, secretarial science, data processing, trades, and practical nursing. Include correspondence school instructors; industrial, commercial and government training instructors; and adult education teachers and instructors who prepare persons to operate industrial machinery and equipment and transportation and communications equipment. Teaching may take place in public or private schools whose primary business is education or in a school associated with an organization whose primary business is other than education.
Wages, Hourly
| Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
$8.39 |
| 25th Percentile |
$10.19 |
| 50th Percentile (Median) |
$14.97 |
| 75th Percentile |
$20.63 |
Wages by California County
Hours & Benefits
More than 1 in 3 adult and vocational education teachers work part time. To accommodate students who may have job or family responsibilities, many institutions offer courses at night or on weekends, which range from 2- to 4-hour workshops and 1-day mini-sessions to semester-long courses. Some adult and vocational education teachers have several part-time teaching assignments or work a full-time job in addition to their part-time teaching job, leading to long hours and a hectic schedule.
Employment Trends
| Employment 1998 |
39,000 |
| Projected Employment 2008 |
58,700 |
| Growth Rate 1998-2008 |
50.5% |
| Average Annual Job Openings |
4,100 |
Employment Trends by California County
Advancement
Some teachers advance to administrative positions in departments of education, colleges and universities, and corporate training departments. These positions often require advanced degrees, such as a doctorate in adult and continuing education.
Getting The Job & Other Information
Information on adult basic education programs and teacher certification requirements is available from State departments of education and local school districts.
For information about adult vocational-technical education teaching positions, contact State departments of vocational-technical education.
For information on adult continuing education teaching positions, contact departments of local government, State adult education departments, schools, colleges and universities, religious organizations, and a wide range of businesses that provide formal training for their employees.
General information on adult and vocational education is available from:
Association for Career and Technical Education, 1410 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314.
ERIC Clearinghouse on Adult, Career, and Vocational Education, 1900 Kenny Rd., Columbus, OH 43210-1090.
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Education and Training
Training requirements vary by State and by subject. In general, teachers need work or other experiences in their field, and a license or certificate in fields where these usually are required for full professional status. In some cases, particularly at educational institutions, a master's or doctoral degree is required to teach nonvocational courses which can be applied towards a 4-year degree program. Many vocational teachers in junior or community colleges do not have a master's or doctoral degree but draw on their work experience and knowledge, bringing practical experience to the classroom. For general adult education classes, an acceptable portfolio of work is required. For example, to secure a job teaching a photography course, an applicant would need to show examples of previous work. Most States and the District of Columbia require adult basic education teachers and adult literacy instructors to have a bachelor's degree from an approved teacher training program, and some States require teacher certification.
Skills & Other Requirements
Adult and vocational education teachers should communicate and relate well with students, enjoy working with them, and be able to motivate them. Adult basic education instructors, in particular, must be patient, understanding, and supportive to make students comfortable, develop trust, and help them better understand concepts.
References
Us Bureau of Labor Statistics Occuapational Outlook Handbook
Related Occupations: teachers, counselors, school administrators, public relations specialists, employee development specialists, social workers
Training: California Training and Education Providers (CTEP)
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