Details Report

Updated 2005

Details Report for:
25-3011.00 - Adult Literacy, Remedial Education, and GED Teachers and Instructors

Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in remedial education classes, preparatory classes for the General Educational Development test, literacy, or English as a Second Language. Teaching may or may not take place in a traditional educational institution.

Sample of reported job titles: Teacher, GED Instructor (General Educational Development Instructor), Adult Basic Education Teacher (ABE Teacher), Adult Education Teacher, GED Teacher (General Educational Development Teacher), ESL Teacher (English as a Second Language Teacher), ESL Instructor (English as a Second Language Instructor), Adult Basic Education Instructor (ABE Instructor), Adult Education Instructor, Instructor

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
86	Core	Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
85	Core	Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement.
85	Core	Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
85	Core	Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
82	Core	Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws or administrative policies.
82	Core	Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
80	Core	Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
80	Core	Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations to teach principles, techniques, or methods in subjects such as basic English language skills, life skills, and workforce entry skills.
79	Core	Prepare students for further education by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
74	Core	Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
73	Core	Provide information, guidance, and preparation for the General Equivalency Diploma (GED) examination.
73	Core	Assign and grade class work and homework.
73	Core	Observe students to determine qualifications, limitations, abilities, interests, and other individual characteristics.
73	Core	Register, orient, and assess new students according to standards and procedures.
72	Core	Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
71	Core	Prepare and administer written, oral, and performance tests, and issue grades in accordance with performance.
69	Core	Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
68	Core	Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
66	Core	Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
65	Core	Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
65	Core	Review instructional content, methods, and student evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses, and to develop recommendations for course revision, development, or elimination.
63	Core	Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons that promote learning, following approved curricula.
62	Core	Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
62	Core	Attend professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
61	Core	Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
60	Core	Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
60	Core	Select, order, and issue books, materials, and supplies for courses or projects.
58	Core	Collaborate with other teachers and professionals in the development of instructional programs.
57	Core	Participate in publicity planning, community awareness efforts, and student recruitment.
56	Core	Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
54	Core	Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, contests, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
53	Core	Advise students on internships, prospective employers, and job placement services.
64	Supplemental	Select and schedule class times to ensure maximum attendance.
57	Supplemental	Write grants to obtain program funding.
55	Supplemental	Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
55	Supplemental	Train and assist tutors and community literacy volunteers.
52	Supplemental	Confer with leaders of government and community groups to coordinate student training or to find opportunities for students to fulfill curriculum requirements.
48	Supplemental	Observe and evaluate the performance of other instructors.
46	Supplemental	Write instructional articles on designated subjects.

Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
89		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
86		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.
64		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.
63		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
62		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.
56		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.
51		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
49		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
48		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.
45		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.
45		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
45		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.
42		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.
42		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.
37		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
35		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.
33		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.
33		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.
25		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
22		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
21		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.
21		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
21		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
19		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.
18		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.
17		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
17		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.
11		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		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
10		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
8		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
4		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
2		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.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
95		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
90		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
87		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
84		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.
83		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
77		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
76		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
75		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
73		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
72		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
72		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
72		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
70		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
63		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
57		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
51		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
48		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
43		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
41		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
37		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
35		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
32		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
31		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
31		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
28		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
27		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.
23		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
21		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
21		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
18		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
16		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
12		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
12		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
11		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
11		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

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		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
72		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.
66		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
63		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
63		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
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).
56		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).
56		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
56		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.
56		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
53		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
53		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
47		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
47		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		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
44		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.
44		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		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
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.
38		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
38		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
38		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
35		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.
35		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
25		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.
3		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
0		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.
0		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
0		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.
0		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
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		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
0		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
0		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
0		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.
0		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.
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		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.
0		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
0		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
0		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
0		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
0		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
87		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. adapt course of study to meet student needs assess educational potential or need of students conduct training for personnel convert information into instructional program develop course or training objectives develop instructional materials develop teaching aids manage classroom activities (art, drama, music or related) select method of instruction select teaching materials to meet student needs teach post high school non-college courses
82		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. establish and maintain relationships with students
79		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. mentor co-workers in school or educational setting
76		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
72		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
72		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. prepare instruction manuals
72		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
69		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
68		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
67		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. design classroom presentations
66		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. write public sector or educational grant proposals write research or project grant proposals
66		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. record student progress
66		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. recognize student learning levels recognize student problems
65		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
63		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. ensure correct grammar, punctuation, or spelling
62		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
62		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. use interpersonal communication techniques use inventory control procedures use library or online Internet research techniques use motivational techniques in education use oral or written communication techniques use public speaking techniques use teaching techniques
60		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.
58		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. schedule activities, classes, or events schedule student field trips
57		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
55		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
54		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. communicate student progress make education presentations
54		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. use computers to enter, access or retrieve educational data
53		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
52		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. maintain educational records, reports, or files prepare educational reports
50		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. advise students
48		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. evaluate educational outcomes evaluate training programs or instructors
46		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
40		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. evaluate performance of employees or contract personnel evaluate student performance monitor student progress supervise student extra-curricular activities
37		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. promote objectives of institution to associations, agencies, or community groups
35		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.
27		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
27		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.
25		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. order or purchase supplies, materials, or equipment
24		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
19		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.
12		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.
11		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.
10		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
9		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Context		Work Context
97		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?
95		Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
89		Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
83		Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
83		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?
82		Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
73		Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
72		Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
71		Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
68		Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?
67		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?
65		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?
61		Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
58		Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
56		Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?
53		Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
52		Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?
51		Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?
49		Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
46		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?
45		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?
44		Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
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		Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
40		Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
30		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?
27		Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
25		Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
24		Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
23		Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?
23		Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
22		Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?
20		Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
20		Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?
19		Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.
13		Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
12		Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?
11		Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
11		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?
10		Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
9		In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
9		Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
5		Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
5		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.)
4		Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
4		Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?
4		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?
4		Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?
3		Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
2		Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
2		In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
2		Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?
1		Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
1		Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?
0		Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?
0		Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?
0		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?

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
100		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
61		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.
50		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.
28		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.
22		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.
17		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
88		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
86		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
86		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
85		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
84		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
80		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
79		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
79		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
79		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
77		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
75		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.
74		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
74		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
73		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
67		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
65		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
83		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.
67		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.
67		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.
45		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)

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25-1191.00	Graduate Teaching Assistants
25-1194.00	Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary
25-9041.00	Teacher Assistants
29-1031.00	Dietitians and Nutritionists
29-2051.00	Dietetic Technicians

Education

Percentage of Respondents	Education Level Attained
54	Bachelor's degree or higher
29

Details Report for: 25-3011.00 - Adult Literacy, Remedial Education, and GED Teachers and Instructors