Real Estate Educators

High School

While in high school, you should take college preparatory classes such as business, English, math, history, and government. Speech and communications courses will help you prepare for speaking in front of groups of people. Writing skills are very important because you’ll be preparing reports, lesson plans, and grading essays. Take classes such as English and social studies, which often require written reports to help you perfect your research and writing skills. Teachers use computers to do research, write reports, calculate and report grades, as well as to conduct online lessons. Increase your computer comfort level by taking all the computer classes your school has to offer.

Postsecondary Education

Before becoming a real estate teacher, you’ll need to gain some professional experience in this area. A bachelor’s degree is often required in real estate, business, or a related field, though some colleges and universities will only consider those with a master’s degree or higher. Many faculty members teaching at top-tier conferences hold advanced degrees in real estate or business or law degrees with concentrations in real estate.

However, many teachers offering instruction at park district or adult enrichment classes are hired based more on their specific skills. For example, a person with expertise in real estate sales will be a prime candidate to conduct property sales training courses.

Other Education or Training

The Real Estate Educators Association provides webinars on interacting successfully with students from different backgrounds and other topics. It also provides educational sessions at its annual conference. Past offerings included "How to Accelerate Learning in the Online World," "21st Century Technology Update for Real Estate Educators," and "Curriculum and Course Design 101." The National Association of Realtors also offers continuing education opportunities for real estate professionals. Contact these organizations for more information.