Education
If you would like to share your passion for something you love, education may be the field for you. You could teach in an elementary school, high school, university and more.
The education industry, which is one of the most steadily growing in the U.S., is a great place for people who have a passion for teaching.
You could join the more than 13 million people in this industry by becoming an elementary school teacher, middle, junior high or high school teacher, college or university faculty member, student services professional, administrator or even a substitute teacher.
People who work in the education industry enjoy their ability to have a positive impact on society, their job security and the ability to do research and publish articles in areas that interest them. Teachers in younger grades get to become an expert on several subjects while those in higher education become a specialist in a focused area.
There are a few challenges that come with working in education including having to live on a budget, working in a challenging environment and a repetitive schedule.
To break into the education industry you will need a BA and many times teacher certification. An MA or PhD will help you land a job in higher education. Some ways to have an edge in the job market as an educator: connect with people in the field, be enthusiastic, be professional and be flexible.
Depending on where you teach and what level of education you work in, you could make anywhere from $23,000 to $150,000.
Careers
Adult Literacy, Remedial Education, and GED Teachers and Instructors
If you love to teach, but aren't thrilled about the idea of working with kids, you would probably love to be an adult literacy teacher!
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Agricultural sciences teachers at postsecondary schools get to pass on their passion and mentor students as they learn all about crops, soils, production and weather.
Anthropology and Archaeology Teachers, Postsecondary
Anthropology and archaeology teachers get to pass on their passion for people, languages, culture, history and architecture.
Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary
Architecture teachers teach students about buildings, design and materials. They lecture, mentor students, conduct research and publish findings.
Archivists
Archivists keep history alive by preserving documents, art and historical items and by giving tours, workshops and lectures.
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
Area, ethnic and cultural studies teachers at colleges and universities do research on and lecture about peoples and cultures.
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Art, drama and music teachers at colleges and universities teach students about drama, music and the fine arts.
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Atmospheric, earth, marine and space sciences postsecondary teachers teach subjects like geology, oceanic sciences and meteorology and colleges and universities.
Audio-Visual Collections Specialists
Audio-visual collections specialists use equipment and help others learn to use media that is used for educational purposes.
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Postsecondary biological science teachers teach subjects like biology and anatomy at colleges and universities.
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Postsecondary teachers teach subjects like accounting, marketing and management at colleges and universities.
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
Postsecondary chemistry teachers teach classes about the composition of substances and their characteristics at colleges and universities.
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary
Postsecondary teachers teach things like advertising, journalism and public relations at colleges and universities.