Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1021 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $206,939,200 | $292,462,560 | $377,983,840 | $463,507,200 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $195,832,000 | $275,918,240 | $356,006,560 | $436,092,800 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $176,113,600 | $261,628,640 | $347,145,760 | $432,660,800 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $170,393,600 | $257,040,160 | $343,684,640 | $430,331,200 |
| El Centro, CA | $163,841,600 | $249,419,040 | $334,998,560 | $420,576,000 |
| Vallejo, CA | $177,673,600 | $258,204,960 | $338,734,240 | $419,265,600 |
| San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA | $162,531,200 | $247,166,400 | $331,801,600 | $416,436,800 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $174,657,600 | $254,161,440 | $333,667,360 | $413,171,200 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $146,577,600 | $234,790,400 | $323,003,200 | $411,216,000 |
| Modesto, CA | $170,830,400 | $247,873,600 | $324,916,800 | $401,960,000 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| The Pennsylvania State University | 56 | $110,896 |
| Purdue University | 44 | $115,259 |
| KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY | 36 | $106,876 |
| Northeastern University | 32 | $131,960 |
| University of Michigan | 32 | $111,787 |
| Indiana University | 32 | $105,808 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 31 | $127,555 |
| University of Illinois | 30 | $135,551 |
| Maharishi International University | 30 | $72,713 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | 30 | $50,140 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 173 | $96,277 |
| 2021 | 181 | $98,582 |
| 2022 | 281 | $99,693 |
| 2023 | 595 | $104,618 |
| 2024 | 1,036 | $103,230 |
| 2025 | 1,225 | $464,312 |
| 2026 | 165 | $109,391 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Instructing | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.9 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.9 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Computers and Electronics | 4.8 |
| Education and Training | 4.8 |
| English Language | 4.2 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.0 |
| Mathematics | 3.9 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.8 |
| Administration and Management | 3.8 |
| Administrative | 3.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 47.4% |
| Post-first professional | 41.6% |
| Bachelor's degree | 11.0% |
Typical Tasks
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as programming, data structures, and software design.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations or assign this work to others.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Adobe Photoshop C C# C++ Google Docs Hypertext markup language HTML Linux Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Visual Basic Microsoft Word Oracle Java
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