Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
SOC Code: 25-2022 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Centro, CA | $140,920,000 | $187,761,600 | $234,603,200 | $281,444,800 |
| Napa, CA | $136,552,000 | $179,019,360 | $221,484,640 | $263,952,000 |
| Visalia, CA | $132,496,000 | $175,552,000 | $218,608,000 | $261,664,000 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $160,659,200 | $193,558,560 | $226,455,840 | $259,355,200 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $155,001,600 | $186,320,160 | $217,636,640 | $248,955,200 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $142,792,000 | $173,070,560 | $203,347,040 | $233,625,600 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $147,056,000 | $175,495,840 | $203,937,760 | $232,377,600 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $124,945,600 | $159,446,560 | $193,945,440 | $228,446,400 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $120,827,200 | $156,484,640 | $192,144,160 | $227,801,600 |
| Modesto, CA | $154,980,800 | $179,052,640 | $203,126,560 | $227,198,400 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Board of School Directors | 155 | $50,612 |
| SAVANNAH CHATHAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM | 142 | $62,221 |
| Dallas Independent School District | 55 | $64,124 |
| Richland County School District One | 53 | $55,166 |
| Bibb County School District | 45 | $61,768 |
| Bering Strait School District | 31 | $79,038 |
| New York City Department of Education | 31 | $64,686 |
| Special School District No. 1 | 30 | $70,277 |
| ORANGEBURG COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 29 | $54,932 |
| Lexington County School District One | 27 | $59,483 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 84 | $57,326 |
| 2021 | 94 | $54,357 |
| 2022 | 166 | $53,318 |
| 2023 | 613 | $54,967 |
| 2024 | 1,064 | $58,732 |
| 2025 | 1,030 | $592,642 |
| 2026 | 95 | $999,553 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Instructing | 4.2 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.2 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Monitoring | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.9 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Writing | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Education and Training | 4.5 |
| English Language | 4.3 |
| Philosophy and Theology | 3.8 |
| Mathematics | 3.7 |
| Psychology | 3.3 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.2 |
| History and Archeology | 3.2 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 66.9% |
| Master's degree | 21.3% |
| Less than high school | 9.6% |
| Doctoral degree | 2.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies.
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Apple macOS Facebook Google Docs Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft SharePoint Microsoft Word Zoom Apple Final Cut Pro Appletree Blackboard software Children's educational software ClassTag
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