As a professor of Educational Policy Studies and African-American Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago, I attend classes and prepare lectures twice a week. I spend the majority of my time volunteering and working within the communities I hope to influence in order to better tell their studies. I also write and do a lot of research.
CAREER
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$78,910
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+8.5% (as fast as the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary Do
Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Other Job Titles Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary May Have
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, Women's Studies Professor
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Professor, History of Science, African and African American Studies ,
Harvard University
My daily work revolves around my study of race and gender in regards to science and their impacts on each other. Currently, I focus most of my day to day work and teaching around figuring out why we don't have more women and minorities in scientific professions. I teach classes, develop curriculums, grade papers, etc. I also read a lot of research and literature on this subject.
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as race and ethnic relations, gender studies, and cross-cultural perspectives.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Doctoral degree (61%)
Doctoral degree
Master's degree
Post-doctoral training
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
Bachelor
Political Science and Government, General
Graduate
Intercultural Communication
Doctorate
Anthropology of Education
Suggested Path
Graduate
Education, General
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
Education is the process of thinking and making informed decisions and that doesn't always happen in school. You have to get out and experience the world, experience your community in order to effect change.
Professor, History of Science, African and African American Studies ,
Harvard University
Get mentors and listen to their advice. Be curious and willing to dig deep in order to answer the "big" questions that you have. Being able to do thorough research is helpful.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
High School Students
Law enforcement requires applicants to have a clean driving record, no criminal record, and to be able to demonstrate good decision making. A college education is important. A two-year degree is a good start, but a Masters Degree should be the goal.
For my position, a college education is necessary, so you'll need to start thinking about that. It's also helpful to find mentors to help guide you along your path. And finally, a drive and desire to help other people is important.
Everyone
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