Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1041 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Advertisement
Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Agricultural Sciences 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $155,916,800 | $222,803,360 | $289,687,840 | $356,574,400 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $180,024,000 | $233,660,960 | $287,295,840 | $340,932,800 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $166,483,200 | $221,243,360 | $276,001,440 | $330,761,600 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $167,752,000 | $222,075,360 | $276,396,640 | $330,720,000 |
| Lansing-East Lansing, MI | $159,328,000 | $215,377,760 | $271,425,440 | $327,475,200 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $158,371,200 | $214,572,800 | $270,774,400 | $326,976,000 |
| Jackson, MI | $158,371,200 | $214,572,800 | $270,774,400 | $326,976,000 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $157,518,400 | $213,844,800 | $270,171,200 | $326,497,600 |
| Bay City, MI | $155,854,400 | $212,415,840 | $268,979,360 | $325,540,800 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $155,854,400 | $212,415,840 | $268,979,360 | $325,540,800 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Idaho | 7 | $89,360 |
| Alcorn State University | 2 | $71,050 |
| Florida A&M University | 1 | $81,000 |
| Fort Hays State University | 1 | $51,150 |
| Texas A&M University | 1 | $62,496 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $81,000 |
| 2022 | 1 | $62,496 |
| 2024 | 2 | $60,575 |
| 2025 | 8 | $87,203 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Instructing | 4.4 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Biology | 4.3 |
| Education and Training | 4.1 |
| English Language | 4.0 |
| Administration and Management | 3.9 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.6 |
| Food Production | 3.5 |
| Communications and Media | 3.4 |
| Mathematics | 3.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 55.3% |
| Other | 27.0% |
| Doctoral degree | 14.0% |
| Bachelor's degree | 1.4% |
| Associate's degree | 1.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as crop production, plant genetics, and soil chemistry.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
- Supervise laboratory sessions and field work and coordinate laboratory operations.
- Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Epic Systems Google Docs Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Blackboard Learn Calendar and scheduling software Collaborative editing software Course management system software DOC Cop Data management software Database software Desire2Learn LMS software
Calculate your wage level for Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary →
Advertisement
H-1B Guides & Resources
Looking for an H-1B immigration attorney?
Find experienced immigration lawyers in our attorney directory.