Typical Tasks
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks.
Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
Write letters of recommendation for students.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Social
Working with people
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Self-Control
Persistence
Stress Tolerance
Dependability
Achievement/Effort
Concern for Others
What key skills are needed for this job?
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
Learning Strategies
Instructing
Expected Knowledge
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.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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.
Common Activities
Training and Teaching Others
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
