Communications Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1122 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. 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 Communications 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 | $193,585,600 | $266,828,640 | $340,073,760 | $413,316,800 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $191,588,800 | $265,324,800 | $339,060,800 | $412,796,800 |
| Vallejo, CA | $191,692,800 | $261,670,240 | $331,649,760 | $401,627,200 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $221,936,000 | $281,195,200 | $340,454,400 | $399,713,600 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $184,745,600 | $253,884,800 | $323,024,000 | $392,163,200 |
| El Centro, CA | $196,102,400 | $260,609,440 | $325,118,560 | $389,625,600 |
| Modesto, CA | $179,296,000 | $248,601,600 | $317,907,200 | $387,212,800 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $179,108,800 | $246,750,400 | $314,392,000 | $382,033,600 |
| Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $172,640,000 | $241,931,040 | $311,224,160 | $380,515,200 |
| Chico, CA | $175,073,600 | $243,131,200 | $311,188,800 | $379,246,400 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI | 9 | $82,037 |
| Indiana University | 8 | $69,551 |
| The Ohio University | 8 | $59,143 |
| Louisiana State University and A&M College | 8 | $73,990 |
| University of Georgia; OGE | 7 | $81,429 |
| The University of Alabama | 7 | $72,043 |
| Baruch College | 7 | $90,009 |
| JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY | 7 | $68,209 |
| New York University | 7 | $226,109 |
| University of Houston | 7 | $77,536 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 29 | $70,229 |
| 2021 | 30 | $72,111 |
| 2022 | 44 | $67,888 |
| 2023 | 140 | $78,556 |
| 2024 | 192 | $74,635 |
| 2025 | 234 | $79,044 |
| 2026 | 23 | $82,007 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Instructing | 4.1 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 4.9 |
| Education and Training | 4.7 |
| Communications and Media | 4.2 |
| Psychology | 3.9 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.8 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.8 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.6 |
| Philosophy and Theology | 3.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 70.8% |
| Post-first professional | 17.4% |
| Other | 10.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as public speaking, media criticism, and oral traditions.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Adobe Acrobat Adobe Creative Cloud software Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop Google Docs Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word Adobe Audition Apple Final Cut Pro Audacity
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