Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary Career

Job Description: 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.


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Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$55,730

Median Hourly Wage

$26.79*

Total Employed Nationally

116,430


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.