Educator

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The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.

William Arthur Ward

In A Nutshell

I help students learn about important topics like agriculture, food production, and how farming impacts the environment and our world.

I plan, prepare, and teach lessons and activities based on the curriculum to give students hands-on and meaningful learning experiences.

I assess students’ strengths and areas for improvement through tests, assignments, and report cards to help them grow and succeed.

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Potential Salary Range

$52,000 - 110,000 Annually

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta

British Columbia

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Newfoundland & Labrador

Nova Scotia

Ontario

PEI

Prince Edward Island

Quebec

Saskwatchewan

I love helping students discover agriculture through classrooms, outdoor schools, and community events. I bring farming, technology, and the environment to life wherever I go. Every day is different, and I get excited inspiring the next generation to explore and grow their passion for agriculture.

Workplace

Indoor / Outdoor

Job Requirements & Duties

Guide students in academic planning, career paths, and personal development.
Grade assignments and exams to identify areas where students need extra support, then focus more time on those topics in class
Assess students’ strengths and weaknesses
Work with individual students to challenge them, and to improve their skills and abilities
Develop and enforce classroom rules and policies
Advise students on course selection, career choices, and personal matters

Education & Training

Academic teachers need a bachelor's degree in education, typically after earning a bachelor's in arts or sciences.
If you plan to teach at the college level, you need a master's degree to work as a professor. A doctoral degree is typically required to work as a full-time university professor.

Job Outlook

The outlook for this position is considered to be fair to good; while there will always be a need for educators, there are approximately the same number of potential educators as there are job openings.

Related School Subjects

English Language Arts

Career Education

Social Studies

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Teaching Education Students

Important Skills

Patience

I work with students from many different backgrounds and learning styles. It takes patience and determination to create lessons and programs that connect with everyone and help them succeed.

Leadership

I lead by example and mentor students, guiding them to understand agriculture’s role in the world and inspiring them to grow both personally and professionally.

Public Speaking

I speak confidently in front of groups of all sizes, explaining agricultural concepts clearly so students and community members can understand and engage.

Planning

I carefully plan curriculum and daily lessons to make the most of the limited time I have with students, ensuring they gain the essential knowledge and skills they need.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Helps Others

Making a Difference in the World

Rewarding

Regular Hours

References

AITC Canada

Disclaimer

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