Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1054 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. 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 Physics 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $178,776,000 | $258,030,240 | $337,286,560 | $416,540,800 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $179,649,600 | $257,524,800 | $335,400,000 | $413,275,200 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $194,916,800 | $263,542,240 | $332,169,760 | $400,795,200 |
| New Haven, CT | $143,166,400 | $226,435,040 | $309,705,760 | $392,974,400 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $143,187,200 | $226,185,440 | $309,185,760 | $392,184,000 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $166,275,200 | $237,889,600 | $309,504,000 | $381,118,400 |
| Modesto, CA | $172,120,000 | $241,681,440 | $311,244,960 | $380,806,400 |
| Vallejo, CA | $180,190,400 | $246,168,000 | $312,145,600 | $378,123,200 |
| El Centro, CA | $167,793,600 | $234,692,640 | $301,593,760 | $368,492,800 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $173,638,400 | $237,147,040 | $300,657,760 | $364,166,400 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE | 12 | $95,107 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 12 | $92,945 |
| State University of New York at Stony Brook | 11 | $102,767 |
| University of Pittsburgh | 11 | $77,789 |
| Louisiana State University and A&M College | 11 | $87,872 |
| UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA | 10 | $87,200 |
| Harvard University | 10 | $124,161 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | 10 | $57,491 |
| CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISPO | 9 | $73,939 |
| Georgia State University | 9 | $83,318 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 38 | $80,629 |
| 2021 | 42 | $83,933 |
| 2022 | 57 | $86,711 |
| 2023 | 140 | $88,681 |
| 2024 | 238 | $91,283 |
| 2025 | 276 | $697,711 |
| 2026 | 29 | $152,075 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Instructing | 4.2 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Science | 4.1 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 4.8 |
| Physics | 4.5 |
| Education and Training | 4.4 |
| English Language | 4.2 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.9 |
| Chemistry | 3.4 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.3 |
| Mechanical | 2.9 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 53.8% |
| Doctoral degree | 25.0% |
| Other | 20.7% |
Typical Tasks
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as quantum mechanics, particle physics, and optics.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Supervise students' laboratory work.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
- Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Autodesk AutoCAD C C++ Google Docs Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word Perl The MathWorks MATLAB Blackboard Learn Calendar and scheduling software Collaborative editing software
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