Teach occupational, vocational, career, or technical subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School
SOC: 25-2023 O*NET: 25-2023.00
Median Salary
$63,620
per year
Job Growth
📉 -2%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
0.9
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4
Teach occupational, vocational, career, or technical subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
What does a Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School do?
How much can you earn?
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$38,172
25th
$50,896
50th (Median)
$63,620
75th
$76,344
90th
$95,430
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:14,000
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-2%
Annual Openings:900
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)14,000
Current
2034 (Projected)13,800
-2%
-300
Employment Change
-2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Speaking
100%
#2
Learning Strategies
94%
#3
Reading Comprehension
86%
#4
Instructing
80%
#5
Active Listening
74%
#6
Social Perceptiveness
66%
#7
Monitoring
60%
#8
Critical Thinking
54%
#9
Writing
46%
#10
Active Learning
40%
Skills Overview
Speaking
advanced5.0
100%
Learning Strategies
advanced4.7
94%
Reading Comprehension
basic4.3
86%
Instructing
intermediate4.0
80%
Active Listening
intermediate3.7
74%
Social Perceptiveness
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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Speaking
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Learning Strategies
advancedImportance94%
skills
4.7/5.0
Reading Comprehension
basicImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Instructing
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Social Perceptiveness
intermediateImportance66%
skills
3.3/5.0
Monitoring
intermediateImportance60%
skills
3.0/5.0
Critical Thinking
basicImportance54%
abilities
2.7/5.0
Writing
basicImportance46%
skills
2.3/5.0
Active Learning
basicImportance40%
abilities
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors100%
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:
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Learning Strategies
- ✓Instructing
Learn on the Job:
- →Social Perceptiveness
- →Monitoring
- →Critical Thinking
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Learning Strategies
- ✓Instructing
- ✓Reading Comprehension
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Speaking
- ★Learning Strategies
- ★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 Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School
Technology Intensity
Very High
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
SAS
🔥 Hot TechDocker
🔥 Hot TechGitHub
🔥 Hot TechSpring Boot
🔥 Hot TechTableau
🔥 Hot TechAtlassian Confluence
🔥 Hot TechAmazon Web Services AWS CloudFormation
🔥 Hot TechSplunk Enterprise
🔥 Hot TechPuppet
🔥 Hot TechSalesforce software
🔥 Hot TechAmazon DynamoDB
🔥 Hot TechApache Cassandra
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
SAS
Docker
GitHub
Spring Boot
Tableau
Atlassian Confluence
Amazon Web Services AWS CloudFormation
Splunk Enterprise
Puppet
Salesforce software
Amazon DynamoDB
Apache Cassandra
📚 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
VERY HIGH
👥
Team Orientation
MOSTLY TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
CONSTANT
💡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 very high physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy mostly team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What education is required?
Education Required
Bachelor's degree or higher
Experience Required
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
Job Training
Significant preparation with related work experience