Career fit quiz

Is Postsecondary CTE Instructor the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the postsecondary CTE instructor career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the postsecondary CTE instructor job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I’m skilled in a trade
Statement 2 of 8I like showing others how
Statement 3 of 8I’m patient
Statement 4 of 8I care about safety
Statement 5 of 8I want steadier hours
Statement 6 of 8I like helping adults change careers
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about Several years of field experience training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $63,820 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Career and technical education teachers, postsecondary, teach vocational and technical subjects such as welding, auto repair, cosmetology and healthcare support at colleges and trade schools.

  • Teach technical courses
  • Run hands-on labs and shops
  • Prepare students for certifications
  • Maintain tools and equipment
  • Work with employer advisory boards

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