Details Report

Updated 2005

Details Report for:
11-9031.00 - Education Administrators, Preschool and Child Care Center/Program

Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic and nonacademic activities of preschool and child care centers or programs.

Sample of reported job titles: Director, Administrator, Preschool Director, Site Coordinator, Childcare Director, Early Head Start Director, Education Coordinator, Education Director, Education Site Manager, Early Childhood Services Director

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
87	Core	Confer with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies, and students' behavioral or learning problems.
84	Core	Prepare and maintain attendance, activity, planning, accounting, or personnel reports and records for officials and agencies, or direct preparation and maintenance activities.
82	Core	Set educational standards and goals, and help establish policies, procedures, and programs to carry them out.
81	Core	Monitor students' progress, and provide students and teachers with assistance in resolving any problems.
81	Core	Determine allocations of funds for staff, supplies, materials, and equipment, and authorize purchases.
80	Core	Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate primary and supplemental staff, and recommend personnel actions for programs and services.
80	Core	Direct and coordinate activities of teachers or administrators at daycare centers, schools, public agencies, or institutions.
79	Core	Plan, direct, and monitor instructional methods and content of educational, vocational, or student activity programs.
78	Core	Review and interpret government codes, and develop procedures to meet codes and to ensure facility safety, security, and maintenance.
77	Core	Determine the scope of educational program offerings, and prepare drafts of program schedules and descriptions, to estimate staffing and facility requirements.
77	Core	Review and evaluate new and current programs to determine their efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with state, local, and federal regulations, and recommend any necessary modifications.
75	Core	Teach classes or courses, or provide direct care to children.
73	Core	Prepare and submit budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding.
64	Core	Write articles, manuals, and other publications, and assist in the distribution of promotional literature about programs and facilities.
62	Core	Collect and analyze survey data, regulatory information, and demographic and employment trends, to forecast enrollment patterns and the need for curriculum changes.
61	Core	Inform businesses, community groups, and governmental agencies about educational needs, available programs, and program policies.
60	Core	Organize and direct committees of specialists, volunteers, and staff to provide technical and advisory assistance for programs.

Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
89		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
88		Administration and Management — 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.
88		Customer and Personal Service — 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.
88		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.
79		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
77		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
76		Psychology — 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.
66		Public Safety and Security — 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.
63		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
60		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
59		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
51		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
49		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.
49		Sales and Marketing — 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.
47		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
46		Philosophy and Theology — 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.
44		Medicine and Dentistry — 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.
43		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
27		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
27		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
26		Foreign Language — 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.
26		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
25		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
23		Geography — 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.
23		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
16		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
15		Chemistry — 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.
12		Engineering and Technology — 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.
10		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
10		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
6		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
2		Physics — 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.
1		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
91		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
90		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.
86		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
86		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
85		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
83		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
82		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
82		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
82		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
81		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
81		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
80		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
79		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
78		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
76		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
75		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
74		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
70		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
67		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
62		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
58		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
55		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
46		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
43		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
40		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
39		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
38		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
34		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
34		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
34		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
30		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
26		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
23		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
20		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
15		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
75		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
75		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
75		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
72		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
72		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
69		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
69		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
69		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
63		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
63		Originality — 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.
60		Fluency of Ideas — 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).
60		Information Ordering — 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).
60		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
60		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
53		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
50		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
50		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
47		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
47		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
44		Perceptual Speed — 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.
44		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
41		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
41		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
41		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
41		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
41		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
38		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
38		Depth Perception — 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.
38		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
35		Multilimb Coordination — 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.
31		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
31		Trunk Strength — 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.
28		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
28		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
28		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
25		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
25		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
25		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
25		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
25		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
22		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
3		Response Orientation — 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.
3		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
3		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
0		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
0		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
0		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
0		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
0		Rate Control — 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.
0		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
0		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
86		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
85		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. resolve problems in educational settings
84		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. conduct or attend staff meetings
83		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. coordinate employee continuing education programs direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff oversee execution of organizational or program policies
81		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. maintain educational records, reports, or files oversee site-based school management prepare educational reports
81		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
80		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
80		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
79		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
79		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. maintain relationships with agency personnel or community organizations
78		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
77		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — 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. conduct parent conferences make presentations
77		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
77		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
76		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. plan meetings or conferences plan or organize work use time management techniques
76		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
75		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. assign work to staff or employees establish employee performance standards evaluate performance of employees or contract personnel monitor student progress motivate workers to achieve work goals orient new employees
74		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
72		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
71		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards establish educational policy or academic codes write public sector or educational grant proposals
71		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization. develop staffing plan evaluate information from employment interviews hire, discharge, transfer, or promote workers interview job applicants recommend personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, and dismissals
70		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
70		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. develop budgets
68		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
68		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. conduct training for personnel coordinate educational content coordinate instructional outcomes develop instructional materials
64		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. use government regulations use interpersonal communication techniques use interviewing procedures use public speaking techniques use teaching techniques
60		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
59		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
59		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. explain rules, policies or regulations prepare instruction manuals
56		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
55		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. analyze operational or management reports or records analyze organizational operating practices or procedures analyze survey data to forecast enrollment changes
55		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. consult with parents or school personnel to determine student needs recommend modifications to educational programs
49		Performing General Physical Activities — 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 of materials.
43		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
39		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
39		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
19		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
18		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
14		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — 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.
9		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
8		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — 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 Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Context		Work Context
98		Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
96		Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
92		Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
92		Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
85		Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
83		Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
81		Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
75		Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
73		Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?
73		Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
72		Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — How do the decisions an employee makes impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company?
71		Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
70		Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
67		Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
64		Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
60		Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
59		Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.
54		Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
54		Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
54		Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
52		Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?
51		In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
49		Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
46		Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?
45		Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
44		Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?
44		Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
42		Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
41		Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
39		Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?
36		Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
32		Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?
27		Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
22		Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
21		Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
18		Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
18		Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
17		Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
15		Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
15		Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
14		Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?
14		Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
13		Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?
12		Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?
8		Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
8		Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
7		Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?
6		Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
4		Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
2		Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
0		Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
0		Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?
0		Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?
0		Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?
0		In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
0		Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
0		Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Component	Description
Title	Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Overall Experience	A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

Job Training	Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Job Zone Examples	Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include accountants, human resource managers, computer programmers, teachers, chemists, and police detectives.

SVP Range	(7.0 to < 8.0)

Education	Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
83		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
83		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
50		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
28		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
11		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
0		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
97		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
97		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
97		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
95		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
95		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
93		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
93		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
92		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
89		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
89		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
88		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
88		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
86		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
83		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
81		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
80		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
95		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
78		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
78		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
61		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
61		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
33		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)

11-3042.00	Training and Development Managers
11-9033.00	Education Administrators, Postsecondary
11-9111.00	Medical and Health Services Managers
11-9151.00	Social and Community Service Managers
13-1073.00	Training and Development Specialists
13-1111.00	Management Analysts
25-9031.00	Instructional Coordinators
43-1011.00	First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Office and Administrative Support Workers

Education

Percentage of Respondents	Education Level Attained
78	Bachelor's degree or higher
15	Some college
6	High school or less

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics survey of employees aged 25-44.

Wages & Employment Trends

National

Category	Occupation Information
Median wages (2007)	$18.55 hourly, $38,580 annual

Employment (2006)	56,000 employees

Projected growth (2006-2016)	Much faster than average (21% or higher)

Projected need (2006-2016)	29,000 additional employees

State & National

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2007 wage data and 2006-2016 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2006-2016). "Projected need" represents job openings due to growth and net replacement.

Details Report for: 11-9031.00 - Education Administrators, Preschool and Child Care Center/Program