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Middle School Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers provide training in subjects such as auto repair, cosmetology, and culinary arts. They teach vocational and technical content to give students the skills and knowledge necessary to enter an occupation.

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Middle school career and technical education teachers commonly work indoors in comfortable air temperatures. Their work requires frequent communication through face-to-face discussions, public speaking, and email. Being able to coordinate tasks or lead other people is ordinarily important in this job. Being able to work well in a group or team is essential in this work. Dealing with students and parents is a required part of the job. These teachers are often responsible for the health and safety of others. They are often physically close to others, nearly touching them. Middle school career and technical education teachers have a moderate amount of freedom to make decisions. Many work full time.

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed.

Usually several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.