Career and Technical Education Teacher Jobs
Career and Technical Education Teacher jobs are open across public school districts, community colleges, and workforce training programs, at every level from entry-level instructor to department head, with specializations in healthcare technology, information technology, construction trades, and culinary arts. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Estimated Start: 11/30/26
Location: Bayonet Point Middle School, 11125 Little Road, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Specialty: Intro to AV Arts and Digital Business Foundations
Grade Level: Middle School
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing a Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructional program for students through curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs, while ensuring that all procedures are followed to maintain safety and security and to meet federal, state, and local regulations.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- OR
- Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program
- Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in field or District CTE Certification
- OR
- Valid statement of eligibility
- Industry Certification/License when applicable
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FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION ONLY:
***This position may require you to teach an additional period beyond your base contract. Should this occur, you will receive additional compensation at the effective negotiated rate in addition to your base salary for instructing this additional period. This additional amount will be paid as a supplement and will be disbursed in equal payments based on the District’s established payroll calendar for this position. This amount is considered part of your salary for Florida Retirement System purposes.***
BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening.
For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Notification of Nondiscrimination: The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.
Estimated Start: 11/30/26
Location: Bayonet Point Middle School, 11125 Little Road, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Specialty: Intro to AV Arts and Digital Business Foundations
Grade Level: Middle School
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and implementing a Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructional program for students through curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs, while ensuring that all procedures are followed to maintain safety and security and to meet federal, state, and local regulations.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- OR
- Approval by or participation in a state-approved certification pathway program
- Valid Florida Educator’s Certificate in field or District CTE Certification
- OR
- Valid statement of eligibility
- Industry Certification/License when applicable
Click here for Job Description.
FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION ONLY:
***This position may require you to teach an additional period beyond your base contract. Should this occur, you will receive additional compensation at the effective negotiated rate in addition to your base salary for instructing this additional period. This additional amount will be paid as a supplement and will be disbursed in equal payments based on the District’s established payroll calendar for this position. This amount is considered part of your salary for Florida Retirement System purposes.***
BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening.
For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Notification of Nondiscrimination: The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in career and technical education teacher jobs.
- Valid state career and technical education teaching license or eligibility for a provisional CTE permit
- Minimum two to five years of verified industry experience in the subject pathway being taught
- Experience developing or following a standards-aligned CTE curriculum tied to a recognized career cluster
- Proficiency with student information systems and digital learning management platforms used in K-12 or postsecondary settings
- Current industry certification in the relevant pathway such as CompTIA, ASE, NOCTI, or state-specific trade license
- Demonstrated ability to manage a lab or shop environment safely, including knowledge of relevant OSHA standards
Tips for Your Career and Technical Education Teacher Job Search
Align your resume with state CTE frameworks
Many districts screen applications against their state's approved CTE program areas. Name the specific pathway or cluster your coursework covers, such as Health Science or Information Technology, so hiring managers instantly see you fit their credentialing requirements.
Highlight your industry experience first
CTE positions almost always require documented work experience in the trade you'll teach. Lead your resume with years in the industry and any licenses held, like an EMT certification or journeyman card, before listing your teaching credentials.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists career and technical education teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings tied to Perkins funding cycles
Districts often post CTE vacancies after federal Perkins funding is confirmed in spring. Searching in February through April gives you first access to newly approved positions before they're widely circulated, often weeks before the general public sees them.
Prepare a teaching demonstration with real equipment
Many CTE interview panels include a 15-20 minute lesson demo. Choose a task-based segment that uses actual tools or software from the pathway, since evaluators look for shop-floor or lab fluency, not just classroom delivery skills.
Negotiate for credential reimbursement in your offer
If you're completing a career and technical educator license after hire, some districts cover exam fees and coursework costs. Ask HR specifically about CTE provisional license support before you accept, since it's rarely advertised in the posting.
Career and Technical Education Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most career and technical education teachers?
Pasco County Schools, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and Appalachian State University are hiring the most career and technical education teachers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Districts with strong Perkins V funding allocations and active workforce development partnerships tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many career and technical education teacher jobs are remote?
About 17% of career and technical education teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most CTE roles require hands-on lab or shop supervision. The sub-areas most likely to have remote or hybrid components are IT and digital media pathways, where instruction can be delivered online without specialized physical equipment.
How do you become a career and technical education teacher?
Start by accumulating verifiable work experience in your intended subject pathway, since most states require documented industry background before they'll issue a CTE credential. Apply for a state career and technical educator license or provisional permit, complete any required pedagogy coursework, pass the relevant content and pedagogy assessments your state mandates, and maintain active industry certifications in your pathway area.
Can you get hired as a career and technical education teacher with little classroom experience?
Yes, because most districts weight industry credentials over prior teaching experience when hiring CTE instructors. A strong trade background, current pathway certification, and willingness to complete a state-approved provisional educator program while teaching are typically enough to land your first position. Focusing on districts with mentorship programs for new CTE teachers improves your chances of a successful first year.
What does the career and technical education teacher interview process look like?
Most CTE hiring processes include an application screening by HR, a panel interview with the department head, curriculum coordinator, and sometimes an industry advisory member, and a classroom or lab demonstration lesson. Some districts also conduct a background check and require proof of current industry certification before extending an offer. The full process from application to offer typically runs several weeks.
Where can I find and apply to career and technical education teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to career and technical education teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your pathway specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that matches your background.
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