Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1062 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies 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 | $194,854,400 | $270,982,400 | $347,110,400 | $423,238,400 |
| San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA | $182,436,800 | $258,017,760 | $333,596,640 | $409,177,600 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $157,414,400 | $233,411,360 | $309,406,240 | $385,403,200 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $170,851,200 | $236,974,400 | $303,097,600 | $369,220,800 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $163,030,400 | $226,123,040 | $289,217,760 | $352,310,400 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $163,654,400 | $226,048,160 | $288,439,840 | $350,833,600 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $170,976,000 | $228,481,760 | $285,985,440 | $343,491,200 |
| El Centro, CA | $165,256,000 | $223,412,800 | $281,569,600 | $339,726,400 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $188,364,800 | $237,271,840 | $286,180,960 | $335,088,000 |
| Salinas, CA | $186,368,000 | $233,993,760 | $281,617,440 | $329,243,200 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | 7 | $74,130 |
| Davidson College | 2 | $56,500 |
| Howard University | 1 | $102,200 |
| Rollins College | 1 | $60,000 |
| University of California, Santa Cruz | 1 | $90,000 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $76,000 |
| 2022 | 1 | $60,411 |
| 2023 | 1 | $65,000 |
| 2024 | 6 | $75,965 |
| 2025 | 3 | $75,635 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.2 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Instructing | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.4 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Education and Training | 4.6 |
| English Language | 4.6 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.7 |
| History and Archeology | 3.6 |
| Foreign Language | 3.5 |
| Communications and Media | 3.4 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.3 |
| Philosophy and Theology | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 60.5% |
| Doctoral degree | 31.0% |
| Other | 4.0% |
| Post-doctoral training | 3.2% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 1.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as race and ethnic relations, gender studies, and cross-cultural perspectives.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Google Docs Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word Blackboard Learn Calendar and scheduling software Collaborative editing software Course management system software DOC Cop Desire2Learn LMS software Email software FileMaker Pro
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