Geography Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1064 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in geography. 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 Geography 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 | $180,668,800 | $272,715,040 | $364,763,360 | $456,809,600 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $182,249,600 | $273,056,160 | $363,860,640 | $454,667,200 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $184,225,600 | $273,076,960 | $361,926,240 | $450,777,600 |
| Modesto, CA | $172,099,200 | $262,523,040 | $352,948,960 | $443,372,800 |
| Vallejo, CA | $181,916,800 | $268,646,560 | $355,374,240 | $442,104,000 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $172,972,800 | $259,735,840 | $346,500,960 | $433,264,000 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $178,568,000 | $263,452,800 | $348,337,600 | $433,222,400 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $204,942,400 | $280,862,400 | $356,782,400 | $432,702,400 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $179,046,400 | $262,427,360 | $345,806,240 | $429,187,200 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $173,888,000 | $256,873,760 | $339,857,440 | $422,843,200 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut | 9 | $75,534 |
| Texas A&M University | 8 | $85,398 |
| University of Illinois | 8 | $72,847 |
| University of Oklahoma | 6 | $83,882 |
| The Florida State University | 6 | $93,975 |
| JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY | 6 | $79,500 |
| RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY | 5 | $97,267 |
| University of South Alabama | 5 | $62,054 |
| Minnesota State Colleges and Universities | 4 | $74,627 |
| The Ohio State University | 4 | $79,148 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 15 | $69,213 |
| 2021 | 15 | $68,098 |
| 2022 | 16 | $77,291 |
| 2023 | 38 | $78,346 |
| 2024 | 58 | $82,574 |
| 2025 | 72 | $79,656 |
| 2026 | 11 | $86,304 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Instructing | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.9 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.9 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.2 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 4.8 |
| Geography | 4.8 |
| Education and Training | 4.3 |
| History and Archeology | 3.4 |
| Mathematics | 3.3 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.1 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.0 |
| Communications and Media | 2.7 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 80.3% |
| Post-doctoral training | 9.8% |
| Doctoral degree | 9.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as urbanization, environmental systems, and cultural geography.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
Technology Skills
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