Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1066 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. 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 Psychology 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $174,636,800 | $245,487,840 | $316,340,960 | $387,192,000 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $192,816,000 | $254,425,600 | $316,035,200 | $377,644,800 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $152,547,200 | $221,908,960 | $291,268,640 | $360,630,400 |
| Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $162,988,800 | $227,697,600 | $292,406,400 | $357,115,200 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $151,507,200 | $219,772,800 | $288,038,400 | $356,304,000 |
| El Centro, CA | $146,848,000 | $216,382,400 | $285,916,800 | $355,451,200 |
| Yuba City, CA | $153,150,400 | $219,059,360 | $284,966,240 | $350,875,200 |
| Vallejo, CA | $140,982,400 | $210,136,160 | $279,287,840 | $348,441,600 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $137,259,200 | $207,265,760 | $277,270,240 | $347,276,800 |
| Napa, CA | $147,035,200 | $213,060,640 | $279,088,160 | $345,113,600 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | 6 | $71,669 |
| University of Idaho | 3 | $74,030 |
| Seattle University | 1 | $81,354 |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe | 1 | $59,000 |
| University of Nevada, Las Vegas | 1 | $71,000 |
| University of Southern Mississippi | 1 | $65,000 |
| Florida A&M University | 1 | $62,000 |
| WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY | 1 | $65,000 |
| McNeese State University | 1 | $64,830 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3 | $65,322 |
| 2022 | 2 | $64,915 |
| 2023 | 5 | $72,149 |
| 2024 | 3 | $75,045 |
| 2025 | 3 | $69,536 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Strategies | 4.2 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Instructing | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.8 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Psychology | 5.0 |
| English Language | 4.8 |
| Education and Training | 4.3 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.9 |
| Mathematics | 3.8 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 3.8 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.4 |
| Communications and Media | 3.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 54.6% |
| Other | 30.7% |
| Doctoral degree | 14.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as abnormal psychology, cognitive processes, and work motivation.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- 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.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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