Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in environmental science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
25 tasks analyzed
Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
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.
Supervise students' laboratory and field work.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work. | - | - | 6% |
| Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. | - | - | 6% |
| Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. | - | - | 5% |
| Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | - | - | 5% |
| Supervise students' laboratory and field work. | - | - | 6% |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$87,710
per year
Mean Wage
$100,360
per year
Employment
7K
workers
Wage Range
$50,670 - $164,290
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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