Your Pathway to a Successful Career in Education
Explore education professions, find training programs, and connect with industry partners.
Why Choose Education?
Fast-Growing Profession
Join one of the region’s most in-demand career fields, with schools actively seeking talented educators to inspire and teach the next generation. The Central Coast faces a particularly high need for teachers in key subject areas, including early childhood, STEM, bilingual education, and special education.
High-Earning Potential & Career Stability
Earn a competitive salary with excellent benefits while making a lasting difference. Teaching provides stability, opportunities for advancement, and, in many districts, higher wages than the average local worker.
Positive Community Impact
Shape the future by educating and empowering students. As an educator, you contribute to the strength, equity, and success of your community—leaving a positive and lasting legacy.
Explore Education Careers
Use our interactive tool to explore a variety of career pathways in the education profession. Based on your choices, we’ll build your personalized pathway to take you step-by-step from preparation to your teaching career.
Success Stories
Real Stories From Educators
K-16 Collaborative
The Central Coast K-16 Regional Collaborative is a collective impact initiative of K-12, higher education, and industry partners working together to address educational and economic inequities. Serving a population of 2.5 million across six counties, we aim to break down barriers, bridge gaps, and expand access to resources, support, and opportunities for all learners.