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Job outlook for food and nutrition teachers in the United States
Are food and nutrition teacher jobs in demand?
Food and nutrition teacher job and salary trends over time
Food and nutrition teacher jobs over time
Food and nutrition teacher job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 737 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 733 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 748 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 715 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 696 | 0.00% |
Average food and nutrition teacher salary over time
Food and nutrition teacher salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $27,511 | $13.23 | +3.0% |
| 2025 | $26,718 | $12.84 | +1.5% |
| 2024 | $26,325 | $12.66 | +1.6% |
| 2023 | $25,906 | $12.46 | +0.8% |
| 2022 | $25,693 | $12.35 | +1.7% |
Food and nutrition teacher jobs by state
Most common states for food and nutrition teachers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 177 | 26% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 305 | 23% |
| 3 | Delaware | 961,939 | 209 | 22% |
| 4 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,464 | 21% |
| 5 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,150 | 21% |
| 6 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 219 | 21% |
| 7 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 1,316 | 20% |
| 8 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 1,055 | 19% |
| 9 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 978 | 19% |
| 10 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 602 | 19% |
| 11 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 567 | 19% |
| 12 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 399 | 19% |
| 13 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 167 | 19% |
| 14 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 1,818 | 18% |
| 15 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,628 | 18% |
| 16 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,090 | 18% |
| 17 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 355 | 18% |
| 18 | Alaska | 739,795 | 130 | 18% |
| 19 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 2,201 | 17% |
| 20 | Vermont | 623,657 | 103 | 17% |
Most common cities for food and nutrition teachers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Twin Falls | 1 | 2% | $18,746 |
| 2 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $25,926 |
Food And Nutrition Teacher job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of food and nutrition teacher experts
Arizona State University
Sandra Mayol-Kreiser Ph.D.
Clinical ProfessorArizona State University
College of Health Solutions
What skills stand out on Food And Nutrition Teacher resumes?
Sandra Mayol-Kreiser Ph.D.: The skills we are looking depends on the job description. For a non-tenure position, we are looking for work experience that can be brought to the classroom and innovative teaching methods, especially with the use of technology since the pandemic. For a tenure track position, we are looking for experience with research, grants, and published articles.
What soft skills should all Food And Nutrition Teachers possess?
Sandra Mayol-Kreiser Ph.D.: Some important soft skills are trustworthiness, dependability, and empathy, especially during the pandemic. You also want someone flexible, able to adapt to the changing environment, has a problem-solving attitude and has good communication skills.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Food And Nutrition Teachers?
Sandra Mayol-Kreiser Ph.D.: Good with technology as we are moving to innovative ways of teaching. We also look for good writing skills and extra certifications that make the candidate more proficient in an area.
What skills will help Food And Nutrition Teachers earn the most?
Sandra Mayol-Kreiser Ph.D.: When you are going for an interview, communication is one of the most important skills. You want to communicate clearly and with detailed examples what you can bring to the institution. For example, if you state you used innovative teaching methods, you want to describe what you have done. If you say you have a problem-solving attitude, provide examples of a situation you used that skill. Employers are also looking for leadership skills and someone interested in growing professionally with that institution.