Occupation ยท SOC 25-1123
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of english language and literature teachers, postsecondary can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 59,590 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $78,270.
US employment
59,590
Median annual wage
$78,270
Mean annual wage
$90,400
Median hourly wage
Not available
Education and training
Typical education
Doctoral or professional degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- California$130,580
- New Jersey$98,820
- New York$96,940
- Connecticut$87,570
- Michigan$85,340
Top 5 after cost of living
- California$117,940
- New Jersey$90,820
- New York$89,820
- Michigan$88,700
- Vermont$85,090
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $84,290 | $6,020 (+7.7%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | $82,540 | $4,270 (+5.5%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | $81,500 | $3,230 (+4.1%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,190 | $1,920 (+2.5%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $95,770 | $17,500 (+22.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,630 | $360 (+0.5%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. New York6,330
- 2. California4,920
- 3. Texas4,670
- 4. Florida4,010
- 5. Massachusetts3,250
- 6. Pennsylvania2,650
- 7. Illinois2,280
- 8. North Carolina2,180
- 9. Michigan1,860
- 10. Virginia1,780
States that pay the most
- 1. California$130,580
- 2. New Jersey$98,820
- 3. New York$96,940
- 4. Connecticut$87,570
- 5. Michigan$85,340
- 6. Vermont$83,350
- 7. Oregon$83,120
- 8. Maine$82,210
- 9. Massachusetts$82,030
- 10. New Hampshire$81,880
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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