How to hire a teacher-in-training

How to hire a teacher-in-training, step by step

Here's a step-by-step teacher-in-training hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a teacher-in-training job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new teacher-in-training
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a teacher-in-training, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a teacher-in-training to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a teacher-in-training that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of teachers-in training and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Teacher-In-Training	Description	Hourly rate
   Teacher-In-Training	Career and technical education teachers instruct students in various technical and vocational subjects, such as auto repair, healthcare, and culinary arts. They teach academic and technical content to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter an occupation.	$11-26
   Kindergarten Teacher	Kindergarten teachers teach young children social and emotional skills, reading skills, music, and personal hygiene. They prepare these children for elementary school and certain life aspects... Show more	$17-29
   Certified Teacher	A certified teacher is responsible for designing lesson plans and activities for the students by following the curriculum and the students' learning needs. Certified teachers manage the coordination of the students within the classroom setting, observe their behaviors, and identify their areas of improvement by determining every student's strengths and weaknesses... Show more	$17-32

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Classroom Management
   • K-12
   • PowerPoint
   • Staff Development
   • Student Achievement
   • Student Engagement
   • Curriculum Development
   • Mathematics
   • Yoga
   • ESL
   • Professional Development Workshops
   • CPR
   • Training Sessions
   • Literature

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Assist in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
   • Lead debates with advance students on topics including globalization, economics, and political history.
   • Report and communicate progress to head of yoga teachers training program.
   • Conduct in-service training to the teaching staff on the learning disable student.
   • Write IEP goals and objectives base on assessment and diagnostic tests results.
   • Work with various ministries inside and outside the church for ministry and outreachopportunities.

   More teacher-in-training duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your teacher-in-training job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A teacher-in-training can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, teachers-in training' average salary in arizona is 51% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level teachers-in training 57% less than senior-level teachers-in training.
   • Certifications. A teacher-in-training with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a teacher-in-training's salary.

   Average teacher-in-training salary

   $37,214yearly

   $17.89 hourly rate

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   Entry-level teacher-in-training salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 21, 2026

   Average teacher-in-training salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$63,144	$30
   2	California	$62,776	$30
   3	Massachusetts	$59,643	$29
   4	New Jersey	$53,977	$26
   5	District of Columbia	$51,725	$25
   6	Indiana	$41,218	$20
   7	Texas	$39,694	$19
   8	Florida	$38,972	$19
   9	Colorado	$36,677	$18
   10	Illinois	$34,423	$17

   Average teacher-in-training salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	World Learning	$52,936	$25.45
   2	Jewish Community Services of South Florida	$41,140	$19.78
   3	Family Star	$40,759	$19.60	1
   4	Black Rocket Productions	$39,761	$19.12	66
   5	Lighthouse Community Public Schools	$38,801	$18.65	5
   6	Indian Health Service	$38,468	$18.49
   7	National Transportation Safety Board	$38,415	$18.47
   8	York County Community Action	$38,251	$18.39	19
   9	The Teaching Company	$38,006	$18.27	10
   10	Dodea	$34,634	$16.65
   11	KinderCare Education	$29,004	$13.94	392
   12	Goddard School	$28,972	$13.93	905
   13	The Learning Experience	$28,928	$13.91	600

4. Writing a teacher-in-training job description

   A good teacher-in-training job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a teacher-in-training job description:

   Teacher-in-training job description example

   *We are HIRING Real-Life Superheroes a.k.a. GREAT TEACHERS*
   
   *KinderCare Learning Companies* is looking for *Dynamic* and *Hardworking Teachers* who want to make a difference and impact the lives of the children in our centers.
   
   As a *Teacher* you will have the freedom to act silly, create adventures, and guide children lifelong lessons that go beyond the classroom. *Training Provided*
   
   *What you'll do: *
   
   * Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the outstanding needs of each child.
   * Build a safe, encouraging environment where children can play and learn while following coronavirus health and safety measures and more.
   * Partnering with parents, on shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children.
   * Nurture positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners.
   
   *Why KinderCare: *
   
   * *Substantial* salary increases after 1st year
   * Earn your *CDA* for *FREE *through our online program!
   * *Perks at Work* - Discounts on Restaurants, Travel, Movie Tickets, Pet Insurance AND MORE
   * Offer on demand pay - don't wait until payday for your money
   * Voted by Gallup as *BEST PLACE* to WORK 5 years in a row
   * *Growth Opportunities *- endless opportunities for growth
   * *Child Care Discount *- All employees receive a 50% discount on each child's tuition and their weekly tuition fees will not exceed $110 per child
   * Monday through Friday- NO nights NO weekends
   
   *Eager to learn more? Apply to connect with me TODAY & LOVE what you do TOMORROW!*
   
   KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
   
   Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
   
   Benefits:
   * 401(k)
   * Dental insurance
   * Employee discount
   * Health insurance
   * Health savings account
   * Life insurance
   * Paid time off
   * Referral program
   * Retirement plan
   * Vision insurance
   Schedule:
   * 4 hour shift
   * 8 hour shift
   * Day shift
   * Monday to Friday
   
   COVID-19 considerations:
   As always, we are putting safety first to protect our families and staff. As we continue to open centers, all teachers and staff will go through extensive training on health and safety practices we've developed to set a new standard in childcare.
   
   Work Location: One location

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find teachers-in training for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your teacher-in-training job on Zippia to find and attract quality teacher-in-training candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as k12jobspot, learn4good, serious teachers, teachingjobs.com.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit teachers-in training, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new teacher-in-training

   Once you've found the teacher-in-training candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new teacher-in-training. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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