My day typically involves checking in students and certified divers in the morning and diving with them in the ocean in the afternoon.
CAREER
Self-Enrichment Teachers
Overview
Salary Median (2023)
$45,330
Projected Job Growth (2023-2033)
+10.3% (faster than the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Self-Enrichment Teachers Do
Teach or instruct individuals or groups for the primary purpose of self-enrichment or recreation, rather than for an occupational objective, educational attainment, competition, or fitness.
Other Job Titles Self-Enrichment Teachers May Have
Art Teacher, Dance Instructor, Dance Teacher, Driving Instructor, Flight Instructor, Instructor, Martial Arts Instructor, Music Instructor, Piano Teacher, Teacher
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
My work changes by season, which I love. As a supervisor, a lot of my time is spent in the office. I handle all of the scheduling for our programs and I make sure all of the instructors are set and have everything they need. The first few hours of my work day are typically spent resolving all of the small issues and conflicts that arise each day. I also spend time planning out future trajectories for our programs. And finally, I get to spend time outdoors teaching some of our lessons.
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Prepare students for further development by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Observe students to determine qualifications, limitations, abilities, interests, and other individual characteristics.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by administrative policy.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Self-Enrichment Teachers
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Master's degree
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
Bachelor
Art Teacher Education
Graduate
Art Teacher Education
Suggested Path
Graduate
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
You definitely need to go through divemaster and dive instructor training.
You must just do it.
Practice, experiment, take action, make karma.
Help someone, make a sacrifice of yourself to help another.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
High School Students
Feed your spirit and soul along with your mind and body.
Learn how to think for yourself while folding in the best of what you've learned from others. Public speaking is invaluable. A good sense of humour collapses barriers and draws people to you--a powerful relationship building skill. Storytelling helps people absorb your message and story writing to distill your truth.
I think the first step is to be grateful for the people in your immediate life that have inspired, helped, and pushed you. When you think you are alone, there is a time where these people will remind you of what you are accomplishing.
Life Transition Coach
Learn your own character strengths! Coaching requires someone who has lots of people skills! Are you involved with lots of different clubs, teams, and groups? That's awesome! Find out where you find your energy, and where you feel the best!
College Students
Everyone
This page includes information from theO*NET 29.2 Databaseby the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under theCC BY 4.0license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.
