Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
SOC: 25-3011 O*NET: 25-3011.00
Median Salary
$59,950
per year
Job Growth
📉 -13.7%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
3.9
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
What does a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$39,750
10th percentile
Early Career
$47,950
25th percentile
Median
$59,950
50th percentile
Experienced
$76,580
75th percentile
Top Earners
$95,750
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$39,750
25th
$47,950
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$59,950
Mean: $64,660
75th
$76,580
90th
$95,750
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $56,000 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $47,950 and $76,580
- •Salary spread is 47.8% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 36,260 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:40,900
Top Industries
Educational Services14.8%
Other Schools and Instruction8.7%
Social Assistance6.8%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-13.7%
Annual Openings:3,900
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)40,900
Current
2034 (Projected)35,300
-13.7%
-5,600
Employment Change
-13.7%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
North Carolina
3,600 jobs$52,2403.12x
Florida
3,190 jobs$52,9001.38x
New York
2,770 jobs$75,0801.23x
Minnesota
2,240 jobs$68,7303.27x
Texas
1,910 jobs$50,8200.59x
California
1,700 jobs$97,0000.40x
Massachusetts
1,680 jobs$59,9501.96x
Illinois
1,600 jobs$59,8901.12x
Washington
1,360 jobs$67,7701.63x
New Jersey
1,150 jobs$75,9001.15x
Wisconsin
1,040 jobs$61,1701.51x
Missouri
1,000 jobs$70,0201.46x
Maryland
980 jobs$61,4201.52x
Virginia
780 jobs$62,4000.81x
Pennsylvania
780 jobs$50,7700.55x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Instructing
100%
#2
Reading Comprehension
94%
#3
Learning Strategies
86%
#4
Speaking
80%
#5
Active Listening
74%
#6
Writing
66%
#7
Monitoring
60%
#8
Critical Thinking
54%
#9
Active Learning
46%
#10
Social Perceptiveness
40%
Skills Overview
Instructing
advanced5.0
100%
Reading Comprehension
advanced4.7
94%
Learning Strategies
intermediate4.3
86%
Speaking
intermediate4.0
80%
Active Listening
intermediate3.7
74%
Writing
intermediate3.3
66%
Monitoring
intermediate3.0
60%
Critical Thinking
basic2.7
54%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Instructing
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Reading Comprehension
advancedImportance94%
abilities
4.7/5.0
Learning Strategies
intermediateImportance86%
skills
4.3/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Writing
intermediateImportance66%
skills
3.3/5.0
Monitoring
intermediateImportance60%
skills
3.0/5.0
Critical Thinking
basicImportance54%
abilities
2.7/5.0
Active Learning
basicImportance46%
abilities
2.3/5.0
Social Perceptiveness
basicImportance40%
skills
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School100%
5 shared skills
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary100%
5 shared skills
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary100%
5 shared skills
Self-Enrichment Teachers100%
5 shared skills
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary100%
5 shared skills
Special Education Teachers, Preschool100%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Instructing
- ✓Learning Strategies
- ✓Speaking
Learn on the Job:
- →Writing
- →Monitoring
- →Critical Thinking
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Instructing
- ✓Learning Strategies
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Reading Comprehension
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Learning Strategies
- ★Speaking
- ★Reading Comprehension
- ★Active Listening
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Technology Intensity
High
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires advanced digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Proficiency with specialized softwareTechnical documentationData analysis toolsSystem integration
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Microsoft Outlook
🔥 Hot TechSAP software
🔥 Hot TechAdobe Photoshop
🔥 Hot TechGoogle Workspace software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft PowerPoint
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechZoom
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Word
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Microsoft Outlook
SAP software
Adobe Photoshop
Google Workspace software
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Zoom
Facebook
Microsoft Word
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
HIGH
👥
Team Orientation
SOME TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
FREQUENT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet high physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy some team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
21
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
Filter:
Sort by:
Training & Development (3)Analysis & Evaluation (2)Planning & Development (2)Documentation & Record-Keeping (7)Communication & Coordination (1)General Responsibilities (6)
1
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Training & Development100% perform100%
2
Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Analysis & Evaluation97% perform98%
3
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Planning & Development94% perform96%
4
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Training & Development91% perform94%
5
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws or administrative policies.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping88% perform92%
6
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping85% perform90%
7
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Communication & Coordination82% perform88%
8
Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations to teach principles, techniques, or methods in subjects, such as basic English language skills, life skills, and workforce entry skills.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Training & Development79% perform86%
9
Prepare students for further education by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping76% perform84%
10
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on training & development activities
- •33% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors professionals typically have a SAC Holland code and highly value relationships
SSocial
AArtistic
CConventional
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Dependability
CriticalDependability
Importance Level4.61
Integrity
CriticalIntegrity
Importance Level4.50
Self-Control
Very ImportantSelf-Control
Importance Level4.43
Adaptability/Flexibility
Very ImportantAdaptability/Flexibility
Importance Level4.32
Concern for Others
Very ImportantConcern for Others
Importance Level4.28
Independence
Very ImportantIndependence
Importance Level4.26
Complete Work Styles Profile
Dependability
4.6
Integrity
4.5
Self-Control
4.4
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.3
Concern for Others
4.3
Independence
4.3
Cooperation
4.3
Attention to Detail
4.2
Stress Tolerance
3.9
Social Orientation
3.9
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Typical duration: 4 years
Preparation Level
Job Zone 4
Considerable Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:Bachelor's degree or higher
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Training:
Significant preparation with related work experience
💼 Experience Requirement
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Bachelor's degree in related field
- • Several years of work experience
- • Professional certifications often required
4
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Bachelor's degree in related fieldSeveral years of work experienceProfessional certifications often required
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