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Other Teachers and Instructors

Job Zone
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

  • Provide feedback to students, using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students.97
  • Review class material with students by discussing text, working solutions to problems, or reviewing worksheets or other assignments.93
  • Assess students' progress throughout tutoring sessions.92
  • Teach students study skills, note-taking skills, and test-taking strategies.86
  • Provide private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance, improve occupational skills, or prepare for academic or occupational tests.86
  • Participate in training and development sessions to improve tutoring practices or learn new tutoring techniques.80
  • Collaborate with students, parents, teachers, school administrators, or counselors to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans, or assess student progress.79
  • Monitor student performance or assist students in academic environments, such as classrooms, laboratories, or computing centers.79
  • Schedule tutoring appointments with students or their parents.74
  • Organize tutoring environment to promote productivity and learning.73
  • Communicate students' progress to students, parents, or teachers in written progress reports, in person, by phone, or by email.72
  • Maintain records of students' assessment results, progress, feedback, or school performance, ensuring confidentiality of all records.71
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  • Identify, develop, or implement intervention strategies, tutoring plans, or individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.71
  • Prepare and facilitate tutoring workshops, collaborative projects, or academic support sessions for small groups of students.66
  • Prepare lesson plans or learning modules for tutoring sessions according to students' needs and goals.66
  • Develop teaching or training materials, such as handouts, study materials, or quizzes.61
  • Travel to students' homes, libraries, or schools to conduct tutoring sessions.57
  • Administer, proctor, or score academic or diagnostic assessments.48
  • Research or recommend textbooks, software, equipment, or other learning materials to complement tutoring.45

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

  • Instructing78

    Teaching others how to do something.

  • Reading Comprehension78

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • Active Listening75

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

  • Learning Strategies75

    Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

  • Speaking75

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.

  • Critical Thinking69

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

  • Social Perceptiveness69

    Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

  • Active Learning66

    Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

  • Complex Problem Solving66

    Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

  • Writing66

    Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

  • Monitoring63

    Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

  • Service Orientation60

    Actively looking for ways to help people.

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  • Judgment and Decision Making56

    Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

  • Time Management53

    Managing one's own time and the time of others.

  • Coordination50

    Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

  • Negotiation50

    Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

  • Persuasion50

    Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.

  • Mathematics47

    Using mathematics to solve problems.

  • Management of Personnel Resources44

    Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

  • Systems Analysis38

    Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

  • Systems Evaluation31

    Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

  • Operations Analysis19

    Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.

  • Science16

    Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

  • Operations Monitoring10

    Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

  • Programming10

    Writing computer programs for various purposes.

  • Technology Design10

    Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.

  • Management of Material Resources6

    Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.

  • Quality Control Analysis3

    Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

  • Equipment Maintenance0

    Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

  • Equipment Selection0

    Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

  • Installation0

    Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

  • Management of Financial Resources0

    Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.

  • Operation and Control0

    Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

  • Repairing0

    Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

  • Troubleshooting0

    Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

  • Customer and Personal Service88

    Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

  • English Language81

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

  • Education and Training79

    Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

  • Mathematics68

    Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

  • Computers and Electronics56

    Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

  • Psychology54

    Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

  • Administrative44

    Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.

  • Chemistry43

    Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

  • Sociology and Anthropology43

    Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.

  • Biology42

    Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.

  • Communications and Media42

    Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

  • Physics41

    Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.

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  • Administration and Management33

    Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

  • Public Safety and Security33

    Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

  • Foreign Language31

    Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.

  • Therapy and Counseling31

    Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.

  • History and Archeology30

    Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

  • Telecommunications29

    Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.

  • Geography27

    Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.

  • Personnel and Human Resources27

    Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.

  • Law and Government23

    Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

  • Sales and Marketing22

    Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

  • Philosophy and Theology21

    Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.

  • Engineering and Technology18

    Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

  • Medicine and Dentistry18

    Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

  • Economics and Accounting17

    Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

  • Design11

    Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

  • Fine Arts11

    Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

  • Production and Processing10

    Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

  • Transportation7

    Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.

  • Building and Construction4

    Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

  • Mechanical4

    Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

  • Food Production1

    Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

  • Oral Comprehension78

    The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

  • Oral Expression75

    The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

  • Speech Clarity75

    The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

  • Written Comprehension75

    The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

  • Written Expression75

    The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

  • Speech Recognition72

    The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

  • Deductive Reasoning60

    The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

  • Fluency of Ideas60

    The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).

  • Inductive Reasoning60

    The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

  • Near Vision60

    The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

  • Problem Sensitivity60

    The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

  • Information Ordering56

    The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

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  • Selective Attention53

    The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

  • Category Flexibility50

    The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

  • Originality50

    The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.

  • Flexibility of Closure47

    The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.

  • Mathematical Reasoning47

    The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

  • Memorization47

    The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.

  • Speed of Closure44

    The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.

  • Time Sharing44

    The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).

  • Number Facility41

    The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

  • Far Vision31

    The ability to see details at a distance.

  • Perceptual Speed31

    The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.

  • Auditory Attention28

    The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.

  • Visualization28

    The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

  • Hearing Sensitivity25

    The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.

  • Visual Color Discrimination25

    The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.

  • Finger Dexterity19

    The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

  • Arm-Hand Steadiness16

    The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

  • Manual Dexterity16

    The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

  • Control Precision13

    The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.

  • Trunk Strength13

    The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

  • Wrist-Finger Speed3

    The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

  • Depth Perception0

    The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.

  • Dynamic Flexibility0

    The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

  • Dynamic Strength0

    The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.

  • Explosive Strength0

    The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.

  • Extent Flexibility0

    The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.

  • Glare Sensitivity0

    The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.

  • Gross Body Coordination0

    The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.

  • Gross Body Equilibrium0

    The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.

  • Multilimb Coordination0

    The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.

  • Night Vision0

    The ability to see under low-light conditions.

  • Peripheral Vision0

    The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.

  • Rate Control0

    The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.

  • Reaction Time0

    The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.

  • Response Orientation0

    The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.

  • Sound Localization0

    The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

  • Spatial Orientation0

    The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.

  • Speed of Limb Movement0

    The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.

  • Stamina0

    The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.

  • Static Strength0

    The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

  • Training and Teaching Others93

    Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships89

    Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

  • Coaching and Developing Others87

    Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems80

    Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates79

    Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others78

    Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

  • Thinking Creatively76

    Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge75

    Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

  • Getting Information72

    Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work71

    Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

  • Documenting/Recording Information70

    Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

  • Performing for or Working Directly with the Public66

    Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

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  • Providing Consultation and Advice to Others63

    Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

  • Assisting and Caring for Others61

    Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

  • Developing Objectives and Strategies61

    Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

  • Scheduling Work and Activities61

    Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

  • Working with Computers61

    Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

  • Analyzing Data or Information55

    Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

  • Processing Information55

    Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings54

    Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

  • Performing Administrative Activities51

    Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events46

    Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

  • Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others43

    Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

  • Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others42

    Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization39

    Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

  • Developing and Building Teams39

    Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards39

    Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

  • Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People39

    Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

  • Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates33

    Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

  • Monitoring and Controlling Resources24

    Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

  • Selling or Influencing Others19

    Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

  • Staffing Organizational Units19

    Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

  • Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information18

    Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

  • Controlling Machines and Processes17

    Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials16

    Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

  • Performing General Physical Activities15

    Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

  • Handling and Moving Objects14

    Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

  • Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment12

    Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

  • Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment10

    Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.

  • Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment5

    Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

  • Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment4

    Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

  • Dependability85

    A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.

  • Cooperation82

    A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.

  • Optimism81

    A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.

  • Empathy76

    A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.

  • Social Orientation75

    A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.

  • Integrity66

    A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

  • Sincerity66

    A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.

  • Self-Control64

    A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.

  • Attention to Detail60

    A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.

  • Perseverance59

    A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.

  • Achievement Orientation57

    A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.

  • Self-Confidence55

    A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.

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  • Adaptability53

    A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.

  • Intellectual Curiosity51

    A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.

  • Initiative50

    A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.

  • Innovation43

    A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.

  • Stress Tolerance42

    A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.

  • Humility41

    A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.

  • Tolerance for Ambiguity31

    A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

  • Leadership Orientation25

    A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

  • Cautiousness23

    A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

  • Social96

    Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.

  • Conventional39

    Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.

  • Artistic35

    Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

  • Investigative31

    Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.

  • Realistic21

    Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.

  • Enterprising12

    Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

  • Spend Time Sitting

    • Continually or almost continually86%
    • More than half the time14%
  • Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams

    • Every day81%
    • Once a week or more but not every day14%
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

    • Every day81%
  • Contact With Others

    • Constant contact with others77%
    • Contact with others most of the time14%
  • E-Mail

    • Every day64%
    • Once a week or more but not every day23%
    • Once a month or more but not every week14%
  • Physical Proximity

    • Very close (near touching)38%
    • Moderately close (at arm's length)62%
  • Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals

    • A lot of freedom50%
    • Some freedom36%
    • Limited freedom14%
  • Freedom to Make Decisions

    • A lot of freedom45%
    • Some freedom36%
    • Limited freedom18%
  • Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities

    • Extremely important29%
    • Very important48%
    • Fairly important14%
  • Deal With External Customers or the Public in General

    • Extremely important43%
    • Very important29%
    • Not important at all14%
  • Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team

    • Extremely important33%
    • Very important29%
    • Fairly important19%
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

    • Extremely important24%
    • Very important29%
    • Important24%
    • Fairly important24%
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  • Time Pressure

    • Every day18%
    • Once a week or more but not every day36%
    • Once a month or more but not every week27%
    • Once a year or more but not every month14%
  • Telephone Conversations

    • Every day14%
    • Once a week or more but not every day29%
    • Once a month or more but not every week38%
  • Frequency of Decision Making

    • Every day24%
    • Once a week or more but not every day19%
    • Once a year or more but not every month43%
  • Written Letters and Memos

    • Once a week or more but not every day24%
    • Once a month or more but not every week24%
    • Once a year or more but not every month29%
    • Never14%
  • Conflict Situations

    • Once a week or more but not every day18%
    • Once a month or more but not every week50%
    • Once a year or more but not every month27%
  • Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People

    • Once a month or more but not every week57%
    • Once a year or more but not every month33%
  • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

    • Important results18%
    • Moderate results32%
    • Minor results41%
  • Level of Competition

    • Highly competitive14%
    • Moderately competitive33%
    • Slightly competitive43%
  • Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers

    • High responsibility19%
    • Moderate responsibility29%
    • Limited responsibility14%
    • No responsibility33%
  • Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable

    • Once a week or more but not every day32%
    • Once a month or more but not every week14%
    • Once a year or more but not every month18%
    • Never36%
  • Public Speaking

    • Once a week or more but not every day18%
    • Once a month or more but not every week14%
    • Once a year or more but not every month27%
    • Never36%
  • Health and Safety of Other Workers

    • Moderate responsibility24%
    • Limited responsibility48%
    • No responsibility19%
  • Spend Time Standing

    • Less than half the time90%
  • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

    • About half the time23%
    • Less than half the time23%
    • Never41%
  • Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

    • Very important19%
    • Fairly important14%
    • Not important at all52%
  • Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

    • More than half the time14%
    • About half the time24%
    • Less than half the time14%
    • Never48%
  • Work Schedules

    • Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)14%
    • Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)18%
    • Regular (established routine, set schedule)68%
  • Exposed to Disease or Infections

    • Once a year or more but not every month14%
    • Never71%
  • Degree of Automation

    • Slightly automated24%
    • Not at all automated67%
  • Consequence of Error

    • Fairly serious24%
    • Not serious at all71%
  • Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People

    • Once a year or more but not every month27%
    • Never68%
  • Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body

    • Less than half the time26%
    • Never68%
  • Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

    • Less than half the time23%
    • Never73%
  • Spend Time Walking or Running

    • Less than half the time25%
    • Never75%
  • Duration of Typical Work Week

    • Less than 40 hours91%
  • Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

    • Once a year or more but not every month18%
    • Never82%
  • Exposed to Contaminants

    • Once a year or more but not every month14%
    • Never86%
  • Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions

    • Once a year or more but not every month14%
    • Never86%
  • Outdoors, Under Cover

    • Once a year or more but not every month14%
    • Never86%
  • Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

    • Not important at all95%
  • Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

    • Never90%
  • Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions

    • Never90%
  • Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

    • Never90%
  • Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

    • Never91%
  • In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment

    • Never91%
  • Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

    • Never95%
  • Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

    • Never95%
  • Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

    • Never95%
  • Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

    • Never100%
  • Exposed to High Places

    • Never100%
  • Exposed to Radiation

    • Never100%
  • In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment

    • Never100%
  • Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

    • Never100%
  • Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

    • Never100%
  • Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

    • Never100%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Some college, no degree
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

  • Video conferencing software

    Google Meet, Zoom

  • Computer based training software

    Academic educational software, Moodle, Schoology

  • Multi-media educational software

    Edpuzzle, Nearpod, Seesaw

  • Data base user interface and query software

    Blackboard software, Database software, Redrock Software TutorTrac

  • Video creation and editing software

    Flipgrid, Screencastify

  • Spreadsheet software

    Microsoft Excel

  • Electronic mail software

    Email software

  • Office suite software

    Microsoft Office software

  • Cloud-based data access and sharing software

    Google Drive

  • Word processing software

    Microsoft Word

  • Analytical or scientific software

    Desmos

  • Internet browser software

    Web browser software

  • Presentation software

    Microsoft PowerPoint

  • Web page creation and editing software

    Facebook

  • Project management software

    Google Classroom

  • Calendar and scheduling software

    Appointment scheduling software

Professional Associations

Related Occupations

Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

  • Encourage students.
  • Apply multiple teaching methods.
  • Communicate project information to others.
  • Evaluate student work.
  • Tutor students who need extra assistance.
  • Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
  • Assess educational needs of students.
  • Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
  • Monitor student performance.
  • Schedule instructional activities.
  • Organize informational materials.
  • Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.
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  • Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
  • Maintain student records.
  • Document lesson plans.
  • Develop instructional materials.
  • Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
  • Advise students on academic or career matters.

Apprenticeship Occupations

Registered apprenticeship program titles associated with this occupation.

  • Tutor
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