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How much do project based learning jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for project based learning in Minnesota is $58,648.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,237.00 and $60,726.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is project based learning?

Project Based Learning (PBL) is a teaching method where students learn by actively engaging in real-world and meaningful projects. Instead of traditional lectures, students investigate and respond to complex questions or challenges over an extended period. PBL helps students develop critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills while connecting their learning to real-life situations. Teachers act as facilitators, guiding students through the process and encouraging reflection. This approach makes learning more engaging and relevant for students.

What are some common challenges educators face when implementing project based learning and how can they overcome them?

Educators often encounter challenges such as designing meaningful projects that align with curriculum standards, managing diverse student groups, and assessing individual contributions within collaborative work. Overcoming these obstacles involves careful project planning, clear communication of expectations, and utilizing rubrics that assess both the process and final product. Collaboration with colleagues and ongoing professional development can also provide valuable support and new strategies for effective PBL implementation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project based learning educator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project-Based Learning (PBL) Educator, you need a strong background in curriculum design, instructional strategies, and subject matter expertise, often supported by a teaching credential. Familiarity with digital collaboration platforms, project management tools, and assessment software is commonly required. Creativity, adaptability, and strong facilitation skills help educators engage students and foster a collaborative learning environment. These skills are crucial for designing meaningful projects, guiding student inquiry, and ensuring successful learning outcomes in PBL settings.

What is the difference between Project Based Learning vs Curriculum Developer?

AspectProject Based LearningCurriculum Developer
CredentialsEducational background, teaching certificationsEducational background, instructional design certifications
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, educational institutionsOffices, educational publishing or institutions
Industry UsageSchools, training programsEducational publishing, curriculum design companies

Project Based Learning involves hands-on, student-centered teaching methods, often implemented directly in classrooms. Curriculum Developers design and create educational content and frameworks used across various institutions. While both roles focus on education, Project Based Learning emphasizes teaching strategies, whereas Curriculum Developers focus on content creation and program design.

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Infographic showing various Project Based Learning job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,648 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Teacher Coordinator Work Based Learning

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Minnesota Transitions Charter School
Education Programs Administration • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Minnesota Transitions Charter Schoolexternal

$50K - $74K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Work Coordinator
Date Posted:
8/21/2026
Location:
Minnesota Transitions Secondary School
Date Available:
08/24/2026
POSITION: TEACHER - Career and Technical Education - CTE (FTE 1.0) Grades 7-12
LOCATION: MTS HIGH SCHOOL
2872 26th AVENUE SOUTH
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55406
Position Summary
The CTE Teacher provides engaging, hands-on learning experiences that help students in grades 7 12 explore careers, develop practical and technical skills, and connect their education to opportunities beyond high school. The teacher will create a classroom environment where students learn by doing, solving real-world problems, collaborating with others, and developing the skills needed for success in college, careers, and life.
The ideal candidate is creative, flexible, relationship-driven, and excited about building a strong CTE program that responds to student interests and prepares students for a wide range of future pathways.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Plan and deliver engaging, hands-on CTE instruction for students in grades 7 12.
  • Develop courses and learning experiences that expose students to a variety of career fields and postsecondary pathways.
  • Connect academic content to authentic workplace and real-world applications.
  • Teach employability skills including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, organization, professionalism, leadership, and time management.
  • Provide opportunities for students to design, build, create, troubleshoot, and complete project-based learning experiences.
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of diverse learners.
  • Establish clear learning targets and success criteria and regularly monitor student progress.
  • Maintain high expectations while providing students with the structure and support necessary to be successful.
  • Build strong, positive relationships with students and create an inclusive classroom where students feel safe taking risks and learning from mistakes.
  • Establish consistent classroom routines, expectations, and behavior-management systems.
  • Teach and reinforce executive-function skills such as planning, organization, task initiation, time management, and perseverance.
  • Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, counselors, administrators, and other school staff to support student success.
  • Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, concerns, and successes.
  • Develop partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, colleges, trade programs, and industry professionals when appropriate.
  • Help students understand connections between CTE coursework, graduation, employment, college, apprenticeships, certifications, and other postsecondary opportunities.
  • Maintain a safe, organized learning environment and appropriately supervise the use of equipment, tools, technology, and materials.
  • Participate in professional development, staff meetings, PLCs, school events, and other school-wide initiatives.
  • Support the overall mission, culture, and goals of the school.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Valid Minnesota teaching license or ability to obtain appropriate CTE or teaching licensure.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and professional experience required for applicable licensure.
  • Experience working with middle and/or high school students preferred.
  • Professional or industry experience in a CTE-related field strongly valued.
  • Experience with project-based, experiential, or hands-on instruction preferred.
  • Ability and willingness to develop new courses and help grow a CTE program.
  • Strong classroom-management and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to work successfully with students from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of academic and behavioral needs.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who believes that students thrive when they can see the purpose behind what they are learning. Our CTE teacher should be excited to get students out of their seats, working with their hands, solving problems, exploring careers, into the community and discovering talents they may not yet know they have.
This position is an opportunity to help build a CTE program that gives students meaningful choices, authentic experiences, and a clearer answer to one of their biggest questions:
"When am I ever going to use this?"
Salary range: $50,329.50-$74,272.50
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb steps, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally may have to lift a student who could weigh over 100 pounds. The employee must be willing to be trained in and use de-escalation/restraint techniques for managing crisis situations. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Non-discrimination Notice:
Minnesota Transitions Charter School does not discriminate in employment or in any of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, age or genetic information.

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