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Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Educational Instruction and Library (25-1062)

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.

At a Glance

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary earns a median of $84,290/yr with +2.4% projected growth. Typical entry: Doctoral or professional degree. Top skills: Dependability, Integrity, Education and Training.

Median Annual Wage

$84,290/yr

Projected Growth (2024-34)

+2.4%

Annual Openings

1

Typical Education

Doctoral or professional degree

Skills & Requirements

Skills (12)

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

4.3
Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

4.1
Instructing

Teaching others how to do something.

4.1
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

4.0
Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

4.0
Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

4.0
Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

4.0
Complex Problem Solving

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

3.9
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

3.9
Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

3.4
Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

3.3
Time Management

Managing one's own time and the time of others.

3.3

Knowledge (7)

Education and Training

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

4.6
English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

4.6
Sociology and Anthropology

Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.

3.7
History and Archeology

Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

3.6
Foreign Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.

3.6
Communications and Media

Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

3.4
Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

3.3

Abilities (9)

Written Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

4.1
Oral Expression

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

4.1
Oral Comprehension

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

4.0
Speech Clarity

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

4.0
Written Comprehension

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

4.0
Near Vision

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

3.8
Inductive Reasoning

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

3.8
Deductive Reasoning

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

3.6
Speech Recognition

The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

3.5

Technology (7)

Microsoft Windows

Category: Operating system software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Outlook

Category: Electronic mail software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft PowerPoint

Category: Presentation software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Office software

Category: Office suite software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Excel

Category: Spreadsheet software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Word

Category: Word processing software | Hot Technology

4.5
Google Docs

Category: Word processing software | Hot Technology

4.5

Work Activities (20)

Training and Teaching Others

Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

4.6
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

4.5
Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

4.5
Thinking Creatively

Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

4.4
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

4.3
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

4.3
Developing Objectives and Strategies

Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

4.2
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

4.1
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

4.1
Documenting/Recording Information

Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

4.1
Coaching and Developing Others

Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

4.1
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

4.0
Working with Computers

Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

4.0
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

3.8
Communicating with People Outside the Organization

Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

3.8
Scheduling Work and Activities

Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

3.8
Analyzing Data or Information

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

3.6
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

3.4
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

3.4
Processing Information

Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

3.4

Work Styles (4)

Dependability

A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.

5.0
Integrity

A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

5.0
Intellectual Curiosity

A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.

4.3
Cooperation

A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.

3.6

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