Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Median Salary

86,030

Job Outlook

+8%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

What sectors do they work in?

No data available for this section.

What is the job outlook?

Overall employment of postsecondary teachers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 118,900 openings for postsecondary teachers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

10%

$86,030

Median

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

Doctoral degree
60%
Master's degree
30%
Post-doctoral training
3%
Post-master's certificate
3%
First professional degree
1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

No data available for this section.

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

Verbal Skills
High
Leadership
High
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
High
Math and Science Skills
Mid
Technology Design and Control
Mid
Equipment Operation and Maintenance
Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

No data available for this section.

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

Level Of Competition
High
Time Pressure
Mid
Decision Making
Mid
Exposure to Job Hazards
Low
Repetitiveness
Low
Responsibility
Low
Physical Activity
Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

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