Definitely. I instructed this last year at MTSU and graduated this May. I couldn't work with as many students, but I was able to earn some money build some time and get some instructing experience before doing it full-time. Now, I stay busy, and don't feel overwhelmed with procedures, teaching, requirements, not including school work if your still a student. CFII is a huge advantage to getting on now since all of our primary students are doing a combined PPL/IR syllabus.