Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
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Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
35 tasks analyzed
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks. | - | - | - |
| Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. | - | - | - |
| Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students. | - | - | - |
| Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students. | - | - | - |
| Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$62,970
per year
Mean Wage
$70,040
per year
Employment
620K
workers
Wage Range
$47,050 - $100,980
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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