Education & Training
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology.
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
Average
$72,880
ANNUAL
Entry Level
$36,370
ANNUAL
Mid Level
$68,960
ANNUAL
Expert Level
$101,550
ANNUAL
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
400
Projected job openings through 2024
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
Degree Recommendations
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
01
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
02
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students and the community on topics such as ethics, logic, and contemporary religious thought.
03
Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
04
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
05
Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
06
Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
07
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
08
Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
09
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
10
Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
11
Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Philosophy and Theology
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Communications and Media
SKILL
Instructing
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Writing
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Expression
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
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