Home Economics Teacher Career

*A job as a Home Economics Teacher falls under the broader career category of Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary : Teach courses in childcare, family relations, finance, nutrition, and related subjects pertaining to home management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.


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Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondar Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$89,630

Median Hourly Wage

$43.09*

Total Employed Nationally

2,660


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.