Adult and Vocational Education Teachers

Adult and vocational education teachers teach basic academic subjects to adults who did not finish high school or who are learning to speak English, help prepare post-high school students and other adults for specific occupations, and provide personal enrichment. Adult education teachers offer basic education courses, such as reading and writing, or continuing education courses, such as literature and music. Vocational education teachers offer courses designed to prepare adults for specific occupations, such as data processor or automobile mechanic. Approximately 57,750 adult basic and secondary education and literacy teachers and instructors are employed in the United States, along with 77,460 career/technical education teachers.

Salary Range

$25,000 to $100,000

Minimum Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Certification/License

Required

Outlook

Decline

Personality Traits

Helpful

Organized

Social

Career Ladder

School Administrator or Director of a Vocational Guidance Program

Experienced Adult/Vocational Education Teacher

Entry-Level Adult/Vocational Education Teacher