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You Are Here: Vermont Department of LaborELMIOccupation ProfileArt, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary |
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ELMI Occupation Profile - Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary |
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Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary |
(O*NET 25-1121.00, SOC 25-1121) |
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What they do
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Also called: |
Art History Professor, Art Instructor, Art Professor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Instructor, Music Instructor, Music Professor, Professor, Theater Professor
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Wages
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Vermont - 2023 |
Percentile1 | Hourly | Yearly |
10% |
n/a |
$48,570 |
25% |
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$63,450 |
Median |
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$86,480 |
75% |
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$106,970 |
90% |
n/a |
$132,840 |
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Average |
n/a |
$92,530 |
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Industries of Employment
United States - 2020 |
Industry | Percent of total |
- Educational services; state, local, and private
| 99% |
| 0% |
- Performing arts, spectator sports, and related industries
| 0% |
- Religious, grantmaking, civic, professional, and similar organizations
| 0% |
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Knowledge
People in this career often know a lot about: |
- Fine Arts
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
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- Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
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- English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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- Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
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- History and Archeology
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
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Skills
People in this career often have these skills: |
- Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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- Instructing
Teaching others how to do something.
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- Learning Strategies
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
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- Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
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- Active Listening
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.
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Interests
People in this career often prefer these work environments: |
- Social
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.
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- Artistic
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.
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Work Styles
People in this career will do well at jobs that need: |
- Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
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- Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
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- Self-Control
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
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- Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
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- Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
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Tasks
On the job, you would: |
- Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques.
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- Evaluate and grade students' class work, performances, projects, assignments, and papers.
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- Prepare students for performances, exams, or assessments.
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- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
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- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as acting techniques, fundamentals of music, and art history.
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Projected Employment
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Vermont |
2020 employment |
133 |
2030 employment |
146 |
Annual percent change (compounded) |
0.9% |
Annual projected job openings (due to change and separations) |
13 |
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Education and Experience:
- Typical education needed for entry
Master's degree
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- Work experience in a related occupation
None
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- Typical on-the-job training needed to attain competency
None
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Based on BLS Education and Training Classifications |
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Physical Work Activity
Performing physical 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. |
- Physical activity is Important
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- Level of activity is Moderate
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Job Zone
Extensive Preparation Needed |
- Specific Vocational Preparation Range
(8.0 and above) - A typical worker will require
over 4 years up to and including 10 years or more
of training to achieve average performance in this occupation.
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Education Level
How much education do most people in this career have? |
Education level | | Percent of U.S. Workers |
Doctoral or professional degree or post-MA certificate | | 33% |
Master's degree or post-BA certificate | | 51% |
Bachelor's degree | | 14% |
Associate's degree | | 1% |
Certificate or some college, no degree | | 0% |
High school diploma or equivalent | | 0% |
Less than high school diploma | | 0% |
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Abilities
People in this career often have talent in: |
- Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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- Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
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- Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
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- Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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- Speech Clarity
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
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Work Activities
In general, what you might do: |
- Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
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- Training and Teaching Others
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
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- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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- Coaching and Developing Others
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
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- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
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Detailed Work Activities
What you might do in a day: |
- Teach humanities courses at the college level.
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- Tutor students who need extra assistance.
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- Develop instructional materials.
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Other Resources
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