Occupation ยท SOC 25-3021
Self-Enrichment Teachers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of self-enrichment teachers can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 308,520 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $45,590 ($21.92 an hour).
US employment
308,520
Median annual wage
$45,590
Mean annual wage
$53,330
Median hourly wage
$21.92
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
3
Medium preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- District of Columbia$61,480
- New York$59,640
- New Hampshire$59,280
- Hawaii$58,240
- South Dakota$57,700
Top 5 after cost of living
- South Dakota$65,130
- Mississippi$57,310
- New Hampshire$56,910
- District of Columbia$55,940
- New York$55,260
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $64,580 | $18,990 (+41.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $62,340 | $16,750 (+36.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors | $59,950 | $14,360 (+31.5%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $62,970 | $17,380 (+38.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $80,190 | $34,600 (+75.9%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Instructional Coordinators | $74,720 | $29,130 (+63.9%) | 5 | Master's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California54,780
- 2. New York30,970
- 3. Texas15,680
- 4. Pennsylvania13,940
- 5. New Jersey13,670
- 6. Illinois12,950
- 7. Washington11,050
- 8. Florida10,510
- 9. Massachusetts9,590
- 10. Minnesota9,560
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$61,480
- 2. New York$59,640
- 3. New Hampshire$59,280
- 4. Hawaii$58,240
- 5. South Dakota$57,700
- 6. Connecticut$55,370
- 7. Maryland$53,290
- 8. Massachusetts$53,170
- 9. Virginia$50,990
- 10. Vermont$50,960
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
Related occupations
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special EducationTeleworkable
- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondaryn/a
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical EducationTeleworkable
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical EducationTeleworkable
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Termn/a
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special EducationTeleworkable
- Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary SchoolTeleworkable
- Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondaryTeleworkable
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