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?
Entry Level
$47,090
10th percentile
Early Career
$55,920
25th percentile
Median
$63,620
50th percentile
Experienced
$78,270
75th percentile
Top Earners
$98,430
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$47,090
25th
$55,920
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$63,620
Mean: $68,690
75th
$78,270
90th
$98,430
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $51,340 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $55,920 and $78,270
- •Salary spread is 35.1% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 14,200 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:14,000
Top Industries
Educational Services3.6%
Elementary and Secondary Schools3.6%
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
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 38 locations
Texas
3,780 jobs$62,1302.96x
New York
1,560 jobs$78,0401.78x
Pennsylvania
930 jobs$73,1701.69x
Florida
770 jobs$63,3000.85x
North Carolina
770 jobs$49,4701.70x
Alabama
710 jobs$48,0003.70x
Washington
640 jobs$101,3401.96x
Wisconsin
630 jobs$76,6402.35x
Georgia
570 jobs$73,0201.28x
Virginia
570 jobs$62,4101.51x
Colorado
390 jobs$63,9501.46x
Nebraska
270 jobs$61,8102.83x
Ohio
260 jobs$80,9100.51x
Mississippi
200 jobs$52,4001.90x
Minnesota
170 jobs$78,3000.61x
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
Speaking
100%
#2
English Language
100%
#3
Oral Expression
100%
#4
Learning Strategies
94%
#5
Education and Training
92%
#6
Oral Comprehension
92%
#7
Psychology
86%
#8
Reading Comprehension
86%
#9
Written Comprehension
82%
#10
Instructing
80%
Skills Overview
Speaking
advanced5.0
100%
English Language
advanced5.0
100%
Oral Expression
advanced5.0
100%
Learning Strategies
advanced4.7
94%
Education and Training
advanced4.6
92%
Oral Comprehension
advanced4.6
92%
Psychology
intermediate4.3
86%
Reading Comprehension
basic4.3
86%
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
English Language
advancedImportance100%
knowledge
5.0/5.0
Oral Expression
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Learning Strategies
advancedImportance94%
skills
4.7/5.0
Education and Training
advancedImportance92%
knowledge
4.6/5.0
Oral Comprehension
advancedImportance92%
abilities
4.6/5.0
Psychology
intermediateImportance86%
knowledge
4.3/5.0
Reading Comprehension
basicImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Written Comprehension
intermediateImportance82%
abilities
4.1/5.0
Instructing
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Computers and Electronics
intermediateImportance78%
knowledge
3.9/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
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
- ✓English Language
- ✓Education and Training
Learn on the Job:
- →Social Perceptiveness
- →Monitoring
- →Administration and Management
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Learning Strategies
- ✓Instructing
- ✓English Language
- ✓Education and Training
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Speaking
- ★Learning Strategies
- ★English Language
- ★Education and Training
- ★Psychology
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
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires expert digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Advanced software proficiencySystem architecture understandingAutomation and scriptingEmerging technology adaptationTechnical problem-solving
🔥
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
MODERATE
👥
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 moderate physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy mostly 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
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Documentation & Record-Keeping (7)Training & Development (4)Communication & Coordination (1)Planning & Development (2)Analysis & Evaluation (1)General Responsibilities (6)
1
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping100% perform100%
2
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Training & Development97% perform98%
3
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Training & Development94% perform96%
4
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping91% perform94%
5
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping88% perform92%
6
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Communication & Coordination85% perform90%
7
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 & Development82% perform88%
8
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Training & Development79% perform86%
9
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
Analysis & Evaluation76% perform84%
10
Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on documentation & record-keeping 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 Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School
💡 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?
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School 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 Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School
Integrity
CriticalIntegrity
Importance Level4.69
Dependability
CriticalDependability
Importance Level4.56
Self-Control
CriticalSelf-Control
Importance Level4.56
Concern for Others
CriticalConcern for Others
Importance Level4.55
Cooperation
CriticalCooperation
Importance Level4.53
Attention to Detail
Very ImportantAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.39
Complete Work Styles Profile
Integrity
4.7
Dependability
4.6
Self-Control
4.6
Concern for Others
4.5
Cooperation
4.5
Attention to Detail
4.4
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.4
Initiative
4.3
Stress Tolerance
4.3
Persistence
4.2
💡 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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