Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School
SOC Code: 25-2023 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Teach occupational, vocational, career, or technical subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $163,633,600 | $190,043,360 | $216,451,040 | $242,860,800 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $158,121,600 | $185,820,960 | $213,518,240 | $241,217,600 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $157,622,400 | $184,662,400 | $211,702,400 | $238,742,400 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $156,873,600 | $183,720,160 | $210,564,640 | $237,411,200 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $154,544,000 | $181,111,840 | $207,681,760 | $234,249,600 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $107,203,200 | $146,536,000 | $185,868,800 | $225,201,600 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $172,078,400 | $188,766,240 | $205,456,160 | $222,144,000 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $148,657,600 | $172,958,240 | $197,260,960 | $221,561,600 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $146,744,000 | $171,080,000 | $195,416,000 | $219,752,000 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $143,603,200 | $167,903,840 | $192,206,560 | $216,507,200 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.0 | |
| Instructing | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.9 | |
| Writing | 3.6 | |
| Active Learning | 3.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 4.5 |
| Education and Training | 4.2 |
| Psychology | 3.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.6 |
| Administrative | 3.5 |
| Administration and Management | 3.4 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.2 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 64.9% |
| Doctoral degree | 18.8% |
| Master's degree | 15.7% |
Typical Tasks
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Technology Skills
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