Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1067 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in sociology. 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 Sociology 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 | $212,929,600 | $284,953,760 | $356,975,840 | $429,000,000 |
| El Centro, CA | $189,009,600 | $257,289,760 | $325,567,840 | $393,848,000 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $179,857,600 | $247,859,040 | $315,862,560 | $383,864,000 |
| San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA | $184,808,000 | $250,771,040 | $316,736,160 | $382,699,200 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $177,985,600 | $245,523,200 | $313,060,800 | $380,598,400 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $169,062,400 | $237,515,200 | $305,968,000 | $374,420,800 |
| Madison, WI | $138,881,600 | $217,387,040 | $295,894,560 | $374,400,000 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $176,134,400 | $240,115,200 | $304,096,000 | $368,076,800 |
| Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $140,732,800 | $214,156,800 | $287,580,800 | $361,004,800 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $165,339,200 | $230,276,800 | $295,214,400 | $360,152,000 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Maharishi International University | 11 | $55,162 |
| Purdue University | 8 | $96,125 |
| The University of Virginia | 7 | $70,742 |
| Northwestern University | 5 | $81,400 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University | 4 | $65,998 |
| STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ONEONTA | 4 | $51,233 |
| UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA | 4 | $85,668 |
| University of Minnesota | 4 | $77,500 |
| BAYLOR UNIVERSITY | 3 | $81,269 |
| The University of Chicago | 3 | $78,843 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 8 | $79,532 |
| 2021 | 14 | $70,415 |
| 2022 | 12 | $67,399 |
| 2023 | 47 | $82,121 |
| 2024 | 87 | $82,127 |
| 2025 | 83 | $80,789 |
| 2026 | 10 | $106,242 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.6 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Instructing | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Active Learning | 3.6 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 4.9 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 4.7 |
| Education and Training | 4.5 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.9 |
| History and Archeology | 3.9 |
| Psychology | 3.8 |
| Philosophy and Theology | 3.5 |
| Law and Government | 3.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 76.7% |
| Doctoral degree | 22.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as race and ethnic relations, measurement and data collection, and workplace social relations.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- 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.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Google Docs IBM SPSS Statistics Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word R SAS The MathWorks MATLAB Blackboard Learn Blackboard software Calendar and scheduling software Centre for Multilevel Modeling MLwiN Collaborative editing software
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