Non-traditional education-related professions

There are many education-related careers found in places other than schools and universities.

Adult Education

Besides teaching adults basic job skills or proficiency education such as reading, writing, and English, adult teachers also help learners who left school at an early age in order to support their family, get a job,-or for other reasons-complete their high school equivalency diploma program. Adult teachers are important advocates for instilling confidence and skills in those who haven’t had the chance to complete their basic learning and preparation for a fast-paced job field. These teachers also help students who may already work in a trade or vocational field-such as mechanics, construction, electrical or cosmetology-advance their learning, earn professional certification so they may move into management or senior roles-or start a business of their own.  An advanced degree may not be required.

All Education Schools website: Adult Education Teacher Education Paths

Interpreter or Translator

An interpreter and translator are language experts responsible for translating one language to another for communicative purposes and context comprehension in the highest accuracy. Interpreters and translators must ensure that the translations keep the core message of the speaker or author's statement, including the proper interpretation of terminologies for the target audience. An interpreter and translator should also observe strict grammar rules and composition structures to maintain context integrity. They should have excellent communication skills, especially in the aspects of listening, writing, and speaking crucial for this kind of expertise.  An advanced degree is not required.

College Grad website: career information for interpreters and translators

Corporate Trainer

Corporate trainers are like teachers that work in corporate or other professional settings to promote employee growth and development. They may train teams in-person to develop their skills or create entire training programs used to teach and train employees.  The primary mission of a corporate trainer is to support the career development of their company's or organization's employees by training new ones, sharpening existing ones, and supporting overall employee career progress. Almost all corporate trainers possess at least a bachelor's degree in a field related to the industry in which they want to teach.  An advanced degree is not always required.