Will AI replace career/technical education teachers, postsecondary?
Not entirely. Parts of the job are likely to change as AI takes over routine tasks. Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary score 49 out of 100 (elevated exposure), #265 of 923 US jobs. AI could speed up 17 of the job's 20 tasks, 3 of them on its own, while 3 see little or no speed-up. Exposure means the work is likely to change, not that the job will disappear.
Which career/technical education teachers, postsecondary tasks can AI do?
The most exposed tasks include "Prepare reports and maintain records, such as student grades, attendance rolls, and training activity details"; "Prepare outlines of instructional programs and training schedules and establish course goals"; "Review enrollment applications and correspond with applicants to obtain additional information".
Which career/technical education teachers, postsecondary tasks are hardest for AI?
Tasks with little or no AI speed-up include "Supervise and monitor students' use of tools and equipment"; "Conduct on-the-job training classes or training sessions to teach and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures, or methods of designated subjects"; "Acquire, maintain, and repair laboratory equipment and tools".
Are people already using AI for this work?
Yes. In April–May 2026, 10 of the 20 tasks showed up in real conversations with Claude, according to the Anthropic Economic Index.
How many people work as career/technical education teachers, postsecondary, and what do they earn?
About 114,110 people in the US, with median pay of $63,820 a year (BLS, May 2025).