They teach subjects such as business, secretarial science, data processing, trades, or practical nursing. They may teach in public or private schools or in schools associated with organizations whose primary business is other than education. There are approximately 935-1,145 vocational education teachers and instructors currently employed in Sacramento and Yolo Counties. A few jobs are union. About 25-30 job openings are projected per year due to a net increase in occupation size.
Requirements vary, depending on the type of school.
Some have completed 2 years of college. Most employers require 2-5 years of prior experience. Many other jobs are 10-20 hours per week. Most employers recruit applicants through newspaper advertisements. Some fill openings by hiring referrals from employees.