What is an office administration instructor and how to become one

Key steps to become an office administration instructor

1. Explore office administration instructor education requirements

   Most common office administration instructor degrees

   Bachelor's

   57.1 %

   Associate

   19.2 %

   Master's

   14.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific office administration instructor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Classroom Management	20.97%
   Instructional Materials	8.52%
   Office Administration	8.06%
   Curriculum Development	7.85%
   PowerPoint	4.77%

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3. Complete relevant office administration instructor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New office administration instructors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an office administration instructor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real office administration instructor resumes.

4. Gain additional office administration instructor certifications

   Office administration instructor certifications can show employers you have a baseline of knowledge expected for the position. Certifications can also make you a more competitive candidate. Even if employers don't require a specific office administration instructor certification, having one may help you stand out relative to other applicants.

   The most common certifications for office administration instructors include Microsoft Office Specialist Master Certification (MOS) and Microsoft Office 365.

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5. Research office administration instructor duties and responsibilities

   • Manage development of support materials for the company, such as PowerPoint presentations, business plans, and reference information.
   • Manage a host multi-server Linux operating environment in support of those systems.
   • Prepare and deliver lectures to students on topics such as office management, communication, and workplace ethics.
   • Collaborate in syllabus preparation, textbook review, and ongoing professional development activities to remain current in the field.

6. Apply for office administration instructor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an office administration instructor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams