Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
Did You Know:*
- Many postsecondary teachers find the environment intellectually stimulating and rewarding because they are surrounded by others who enjoy the subject.
- Educational qualifications range from expertise in a particular field to a Ph.D., depending on the subject taught and the type of educational institution.
- Competition is expected for tenure-track positions; better opportunities are expected for part-time or non-tenure-track positions.
- Ph.D. recipients should experience the best job prospects.
Industry Areas
- Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
- Junior Colleges
- Business Schools and Computer and Management Training
Day-to-Day Tasks*
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as abnormal psychology, cognitive processes, and work motivation.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
Overall Kind of Work*
Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a wide variety of academic and vocational subjects beyond the high school level. Most of these students are working toward a degree, but many others are...
Work Environment*
Civilian
Many postsecondary teachers find the environment intellectually stimulating and rewarding because they are surrounded by others who enjoy the subject. The ability to share their expertise with oth...
Military
Teachers and instructors usually work in classrooms and lecture halls.
Workweek Breakdown
The hours worked per week by people currently pursuing this career.
- 26.41% (0-20 Hours)
- 9.17% (21-34 Hours)
- 4.28% (35-39 Hours)
- 40.33% (40 Hours)
- 2.87% (41-49 Hours)
- 16.93% (Over 50 Hours)
This data also pertains to Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary(25-1000)
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Business Breakdown
The different sectors people in this career currently work in.
- 23.05% (Private For-Profit)
- 23.26% (Private Not For-Profit)
- 52.69% (State and Local Govt)
- 0.99% (Federal Government)
- 0.01% (Self-Employed)
This data also pertains to Postsecondary Teachers
Military Breakdown
The number of people who currently hold this career in the Military.
6 Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary in the military