History Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1125 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in human history and historiography. 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 History 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 | $182,124,800 | $260,900,640 | $339,678,560 | $418,454,400 |
| El Centro, CA | $171,600,000 | $241,452,640 | $311,307,360 | $381,160,000 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $166,296,000 | $234,160,160 | $302,022,240 | $369,886,400 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $160,430,400 | $229,272,160 | $298,111,840 | $366,953,600 |
| Vallejo, CA | $160,742,400 | $226,172,960 | $291,601,440 | $357,032,000 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $169,041,600 | $231,545,600 | $294,049,600 | $356,553,600 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $196,393,600 | $248,352,000 | $300,310,400 | $352,268,800 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $166,108,800 | $227,712,160 | $289,313,440 | $350,916,800 |
| Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $142,209,600 | $209,227,200 | $276,244,800 | $343,262,400 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $158,808,000 | $219,356,800 | $279,905,600 | $340,454,400 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA | 9 | $115,673 |
| University of Pittsburgh | 8 | $76,417 |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE | 7 | $65,068 |
| Georgetown University | 7 | $81,313 |
| Cornell University | 7 | $75,057 |
| Purdue University | 6 | $82,707 |
| Arizona State University | 6 | $68,876 |
| University of California, Berkeley | 6 | $108,912 |
| BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY | 5 | $110,193 |
| Johns Hopkins University | 5 | $107,448 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 12 | $67,671 |
| 2021 | 16 | $63,801 |
| 2022 | 20 | $80,262 |
| 2023 | 58 | $80,537 |
| 2024 | 108 | $77,877 |
| 2025 | 157 | $87,858 |
| 2026 | 11 | $79,226 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.5 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.2 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.1 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Instructing | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Time Management | 3.8 | |
| Monitoring | 3.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| History and Archeology | 5.0 |
| English Language | 4.7 |
| Education and Training | 4.4 |
| Law and Government | 4.1 |
| Geography | 4.0 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.6 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.4 |
| Philosophy and Theology | 3.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 69.6% |
| Doctoral degree | 30.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as ancient history, postwar civilizations, and the history of third-world countries.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- 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.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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