Teaching Careers
K-12, special ed, ESL, vocational, online — every teaching path JobCannon tracks.
Teaching covers far more than the classroom. K-12 by subject and grade band, special education, ESL, online tutoring, vocational and corporate training — each carries its own credentialing and pay structure.
88 careers in this collection
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.
Law Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in law.
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in economics.
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research.
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services.
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics.
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts.
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in computer science.
Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in architecture and architectural design, such as architectural environmental design, interior architecture/design, and landscape architecture.
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations.
Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in anthropology or archeology.
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy.
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances.
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in biological sciences.
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
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All postsecondary social sciences teachers not listed separately.
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in sociology.
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs.
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in environmental science.
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations.
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism.
Geography Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in geography.
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling.
Headteacher
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A UK school leader with overall accountability for teaching, staff, pupils, and outcomes at a primary or secondary school.
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in the agricultural sciences.
Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management.
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in childcare, family relations, finance, nutrition, and related subjects pertaining to home management.
History Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in human history and historiography.
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in forestry and conservation science.
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology.
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature.
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English.
Buddhist Teacher Dharma
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Dharma teacher + meditation
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration.
Special Education Teachers, Elementary School
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Teach academic, social, and life skills to elementary school students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten
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Teach academic, social, and life skills to kindergarten students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in library science.
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary
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Demonstrate and teach patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students.
Education Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language.
Pilates Instructor
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Teach Pilates in studios, gyms, and private settings
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach courses in social work.
Yoga Teacher
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Teach yoga classes, workshops, and teacher trainings
Pilates Instructor Studio
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Reformer + mat instruction
Special Education Teachers
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All special education teachers not listed separately.
Teachers and Instructors
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All teachers and instructors not listed separately.
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School
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Teach academic, social, and life skills to secondary school students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Secondary School Teachers
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Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.
Special Education Teachers, Middle School
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Teach academic, social, and life skills to middle school students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary
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Teach vocational courses intended to provide occupational training below the baccalaureate level in subjects such as construction, mechanics/repair, manufacturing, transportation, or cosmetology, primarily to students who have graduated from or left high school.
High School Science Teacher
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Teach biology, chemistry, or physics in grades 9-12
Nail Art Instructor Master
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Teach advanced nail art techniques
Reiki Master Teacher
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Energy healing + teaching
Elementary School Teachers
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Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level.
Primary School Teacher
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A UK teacher of children aged 4-11 across the National Curriculum, from EYFS through Year 6.
Middle School Teachers
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Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
Kindergarten Teachers
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Teach academic and social skills to kindergarten students.
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School
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Teach occupational, vocational, career, or technical subjects to students at the secondary school level.
Cave Diving Instructor
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Certify divers in cave navigation, line-laying, and confined-space procedures
High School English Teacher
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Teach English and literature in grades 9-12
High School History Teacher
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Teach history in grades 9-12
Ski Instructor
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Teach skiing and snowboarding in resorts
Tutor
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Unlock student potential through personalized one-on-one and small group instruction
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School
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Teach occupational, vocational, career, or technical subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
Elementary School Teacher
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Teach grades 1-5 in public or private schools
ESL / ELL Teacher
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Teach English to non-native speakers in K-12 or adult ed
Middle School Math Teacher
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Teach math in grades 6-8
Technical Dive Instructor
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Teach advanced technical diving including decompression, rebreathers, and mixed gas
Yoga Teacher Studio
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Group classes + private clients
Scuba Diving Instructor
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Teach scuba diving to tourists and locals
NOLS Instructor
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Lead National Outdoor Leadership School expeditions combining outdoor skills and leadership training
Special Education Teacher
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Transform the lives of students with disabilities by creating personalized learning experiences that unlock their full potential
Outward Bound Instructor
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Teach wilderness skills and personal development through multi-day outdoor programs
Art Teacher
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A professional specializing in visual arts education.
Kindergarten Teacher
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A professional specializing in early childhood foundational learning.
Math Teacher
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A professional specializing in mathematics education.
Meditation Teacher
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Guide individuals and organizations toward mental clarity, emotional balance, and inner peace through evidence-based meditation practices
PE Teacher
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A professional specializing in physical education.
Secondary School Teacher
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A UK subject specialist teacher for ages 11-18, from Key Stage 3 through GCSEs and A-Levels.
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
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Teach literacy, GED prep, and English to adult learners chasing a diploma or a better job.
Glider Pilot Instructor
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Teach motorless aircraft operation and cross-country soaring techniques
Dive Instructor PADI
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Certify recreational scuba divers in open water diving techniques and safety
ESL Teacher
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Open doors to new opportunities by teaching English to learners worldwide, bridging language barriers and building global connections
Music Teacher
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Inspire students to develop musical skills and a lifelong love of music
Yoga Instructor
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Guide students through yoga practice promoting physical and mental wellbeing
Substitute Teachers, Short-Term
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Teach students on a short-term basis as a temporary replacement for a regular classroom teacher, typically using the regular teacher's lesson plan.
Preschool Teachers
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Instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.
Martial Arts Instructor
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Teach self-defense and martial arts discipline fostering physical and mental growth
Preschool Teacher
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Teach ages 2-5 in preschool and pre-K classrooms
SUP Instructor Instructor
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Teach stand-up paddleboarding skills to beginners and intermediate paddlers
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