A typical day involves preparing and delivering lectures on topics such as food science, nutrition, child development, and family relations to undergraduate and graduate students. They evaluate student work including laboratory assignments, projects, and papers while maintaining detailed academic records. Much of their time is spent facilitating classroom discussions, developing curriculum content, and staying current with field developments through professional literature and conferences. They also participate in student recruitment activities, serve on academic committees, and select instructional materials using technology tools like Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and Zoom for remote instruction.
Individuals with strong social orientation (RIASEC S:7.00) who are intellectually curious and dependable excel in this role. Those who combine deep subject matter expertise with excellent oral and written communication abilities find success teaching complex family and consumer science concepts. People who value integrity, demonstrate achievement orientation, and can manage multiple priorities while maintaining interpersonal relationships thrive in the academic environment. Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to synthesize information from psychology, nutrition, and education domains are essential for effective instruction and research.
The role shows low automation risk due to high importance in training and teaching others (4.6 importance, 5.7 level) and establishing interpersonal relationships (3.9 importance, 5.1 level). The combination of complex curriculum development, student mentoring, and interdisciplinary knowledge synthesis requires human expertise that cannot be easily automated.
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| TERM | COUNT | FREQ | BAR | SOURCE ATTRIBUTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tendency | 42 | 0.0148 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| others | 40 | 0.0141 | onet dimensi 95% onet tasks 2% | |
| equipment | 25 | 0.0088 | onet dimensi 92% dwas 8% | |
| materials | 20 | 0.0071 | onet dimensi 50% dwas 25% | |
| student | 17 | 0.0060 | wikipedia 35% dwas 29% | |
| principles | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| students | 14 | 0.0049 | wikipedia 36% onet tasks 29% | |
| activities | 14 | 0.0049 | onet dimensi 64% dwas 21% | |
| includes | 13 | 0.0046 | onet dimensi 92% wikipedia 8% | |
| family | 13 | 0.0046 | inference 85% wikipedia 15% | |
| teaching | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 42% inference 42% | |
| control | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| objects | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| research | 11 | 0.0039 | onet tasks 36% dwas 27% | |
| career | 11 | 0.0039 | inference 36% dwas 27% | |
| performance | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 64% dwas 18% | |
| resources | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 82% wikipedia 18% | |
| ideas | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| orientation | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 82% inference 18% | |
| educational | 11 | 0.0039 | dwas 45% inference 27% | |
| academic | 10 | 0.0035 | inference 40% onet tasks 30% | |
| techniques | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| body | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| programs | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 40% dwas 30% | |
| events | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% onet tasks 11% | |
| services | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 67% inference 22% | |
| problems | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| needs | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% dwas 11% | |
| human | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 78% inference 22% | |
| management | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 78% inference 22% |
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[Core] [105% incumbents] Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, projects, assignments, and papers. DWAs: Evaluate student work. [Core] [105% incumbents] Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as food science, nutrition, and child care. DWAs: Teach social science courses at the college level. [Core] [105% incumbents] Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. DWAs: Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization. | Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge. [Core] [105% incumbents] Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. DWAs: Guide class discussions. [Core] [105% incumbents] Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction. DWAs: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs. | Develop instructional objectives. [Core] [105% incumbents] Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others. DWAs: Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress. | Prepare tests. | Evaluate student work. [Core] [105% incumbents] Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records. DWAs: Maintain student records. [Core] [105% incumbents] Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks. DWAs: Select educational materials or equipment. | Order instructional or library materials or equipment. [Core] [105% incumbents] Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities. DWAs: Promote educational institutions or programs. | Perform student enrollment or registration activities. [Core] [105% incumbents] Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. DWAs: Serve on institutional or departmental committees. [Core] [105% incumbents] Participate in campus and community events. DWAs: Plan community programs or activities for the general public. [Core] [105% incumbents] Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments. DWAs: Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials. [Supplemental] [105% incumbents] Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media. DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise. | Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise. [Supplemental] [105% incumbents] Act as advisers to student organizations. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Supplemental] [105% incumbents] Write grant proposals to procure external research funding. DWAs: Write grant proposals. [Core] [104% incumbents] Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. DWAs: Develop instructional materials. [Core] [104% incumbents] Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Core] [104% incumbents] Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Core] [104% incumbents] Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work. DWAs: Supervise student research or internship work. [Core] [104% incumbents] Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise. [Supplemental] [104% incumbents] Conduct faculty performance evaluations. DWAs: Monitor performance of organizational members or partners. | Evaluate performance of educational staff. [Supplemental] [104% incumbents] Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head. DWAs: Direct department activities. [Supplemental] [103% incumbents] Provide professional consulting services to government or industry. DWAs: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
--- SKILLS --- Speaking (imp:4.12 lvl:4.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand Learning Strategies (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ Writing (imp:3.62 lvl:4.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc Active Learning (imp:3.62 lvl:4.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr Monitoring (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems. Science (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. --- KNOWLEDGE --- English Language (imp:4.56 lvl:5.72) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea Education and Training (imp:4.28 lvl:5.45) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.74 lvl:4.58) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic Psychology (imp:3.59 lvl:3.86) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, Administration and Management (imp:3.56 lvl:3.50) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, Mathematics (imp:3.46 lvl:4.13) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl Computers and Electronics (imp:3.44 lvl:4.45) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput Administrative (imp:3.40 lvl:4.08) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce Sociology and Anthropology (imp:3.29 lvl:3.84) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human Communications and Media (imp:3.17 lvl:3.22) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m Law and Government (imp:3.08 lvl:2.70) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat Public Safety and Security (imp:2.87 lvl:2.54) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.79 lvl:3.82) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.73 lvl:3.08) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.62 lvl:3.21) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r Sales and Marketing (imp:2.47 lvl:2.53) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products Telecommunications (imp:2.23 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te Design (imp:2.09 lvl:1.70) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of History and Archeology (imp:2.09 lvl:1.71) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi Economics and Accounting (imp:2.06 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar Biology (imp:2.05 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd Foreign Language (imp:2.04 lvl:1.74) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu Production and Processing (imp:2.03 lvl:1.33) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot Transportation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea Food Production (imp:1.96 lvl:1.38) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.96 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i Chemistry (imp:1.91 lvl:1.47) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a Engineering and Technology (imp:1.81 lvl:1.24) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th Geography (imp:1.80 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an Fine Arts (imp:1.71 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform Building and Construction (imp:1.57) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r Mechanical (imp:1.27 lvl:0.46) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main Physics (imp:1.23 lvl:0.38) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, --- ABILITIES --- Written Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:4.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Oral Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through Written Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under Speech Clarity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Originality (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance. Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced Selective Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so Perceptual Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among Visualization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when Time Sharing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea Trunk Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch Auditory Attention (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra Finger Dexterity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot Depth Perception (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and Manual Dexterity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your Control Precision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi Extent Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or Response Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an Reaction Time (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs. Static Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping Dynamic Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv Stamina (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions. Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting. Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated. --- WORK ACTIVITIES --- Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.56 lvl:5.66) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr Getting Information (imp:4.25 lvl:4.48) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.18 lvl:5.21) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.02 lvl:4.98) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.97 lvl:4.82) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or Working with Computers (imp:3.95 lvl:3.44) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.92 lvl:4.97) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.92 lvl:5.06) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.86 lvl:5.18) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.78 lvl:4.45) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.62 lvl:3.95) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.56 lvl:4.14) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.53 lvl:3.72) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.51 lvl:4.35) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to Thinking Creatively (imp:3.45 lvl:4.16) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.44 lvl:3.94) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.41 lvl:3.77) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.36 lvl:3.21) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.34 lvl:3.63) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.31 lvl:3.96) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.27 lvl:3.95) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, Processing Information (imp:3.16 lvl:3.70) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.16 lvl:3.84) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.14 lvl:4.11) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.03 lvl:3.32) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.96 lvl:3.15) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.94 lvl:2.99) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.87 lvl:3.15) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.85 lvl:3.06) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.67 lvl:2.54) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.43 lvl:2.93) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.40 lvl:2.86) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.33 lvl:2.27) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.11 lvl:2.17) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.03 lvl:1.76) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.96 lvl:1.54) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.87 lvl:1.50) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.63 lvl:0.58) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.62 lvl:1.32) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.30 lvl:0.71) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.27 lvl:0.98) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an --- WORK STYLES --- Dependability (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Integrity (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Intellectual Curiosity (imp:5.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Cooperation (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Achievement Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Dependability (imp:2.36) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.33) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Cooperation (imp:2.26) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Social Orientation (imp:2.26) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Empathy (imp:2.20) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Achievement Orientation (imp:2.04) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Integrity (imp:2.03) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Social Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Attention to Detail (imp:1.94) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Adaptability (imp:1.68) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Sincerity (imp:1.66) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Optimism (imp:1.63) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Self-Control (imp:1.63) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Perseverance (imp:1.58) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Initiative (imp:1.56) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Innovation (imp:1.52) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Stress Tolerance (imp:1.46) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Leadership Orientation (imp:1.45) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Self-Confidence (imp:1.41) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Empathy (imp:1.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Humility (imp:0.99) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Cautiousness (imp:0.79) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res --- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS --- Instructing (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — Teaching others how to do something. Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Service Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people. Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Operations Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Writing computer programs for various purposes. Operations Monitoring (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the Troubleshooting (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. Operation and Control (imp:1.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems. Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
--- NATIONAL WAGES --- total_employment : 2,770 annual_median : $75,870 annual_pct10 : $47,830 annual_pct25 : $57,410 annual_pct75 : $99,320 annual_pct90 : $130,790 annual_mean : $81,940 hourly_median : N/A --- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION --- highest_state : California ($97,620) lowest_state : New Jersey ($53,250) dispersion_ratio : 1.833x --- TOP STATES BY WAGE (21 total) --- Educational Services emp: 2,770 median: $ 75,870 --- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (1 total) --- Educational Services emp: 2,770 median: $ 75,870
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model_pass2 : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes : High confidence based on detailed O*NET data including specific tasks, knowledge areas, and educational requirements. BLS wage data provides strong market intelligence foundation.
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tokens_input : 4,581
tokens_output : 4,105
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wikipedia_used : False
wikipedia_title : None
wikipedia_note : No exact Wikipedia match found, but Family, Career and Community Leaders of America provides related context about the broader field of family and consumer sciences education. The semantic similarity of 0.404 suggests some relevance to the career and technical education aspects of this profession.
--- PROSE FIELDS ---
ROLE SUMMARY:
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers at the postsecondary level teach courses in childcare, family relations, nutrition, finance, and home management at colleges and universities. These educators combine expertise in human development, nutrition science, and family dynamics with advanced teaching skills to prepare students for careers in education, social services, and family support professions. They engage in both instruction and research, requiring extensive preparation through doctoral or master's degree programs.
DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves preparing and delivering lectures on topics such as food science, nutrition, child development, and family relations to undergraduate and graduate students. They evaluate student work including laboratory assignments, projects, and papers while maintaining detailed academic records. Much of their time is spent facilitating classroom discussions, developing curriculum content, and staying current with field developments through professional literature and conferences. They also participate in student recruitment activities, serve on academic committees, and select instructional materials using technology tools like Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and Zoom for remote instruction.
WHO THRIVES:
Individuals with strong social orientation (RIASEC S:7.00) who are intellectually curious and dependable excel in this role. Those who combine deep subject matter expertise with excellent oral and written communication abilities find success teaching complex family and consumer science concepts. People who value integrity, demonstrate achievement orientation, and can manage multiple priorities while maintaining interpersonal relationships thrive in the academic environment. Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to synthesize information from psychology, nutrition, and education domains are essential for effective instruction and research.
CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires extensive preparation with 48.0% holding doctoral degrees and 36.5% holding master's degrees according to education distribution data. Most positions require specialized knowledge in family and consumer sciences, nutrition, or related fields combined with teaching experience. Entry-level positions often begin as adjunct instructors or assistant professors, requiring demonstrated expertise in specific subject areas like child development, nutrition science, or family resource management.
CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement typically follows the academic promotion track from assistant professor to associate professor to full professor, with tenure opportunities at most institutions. Many advance to department chair, program coordinator, or dean positions within educational institutions. Some transition to instructional coordinator roles or move into specialized positions in social work education, health specialties teaching, or career/technical education based on their interdisciplinary background.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, 2,770 professionals are employed in this field with a median annual wage of $75,870, ranging from $47,830 to $130,790. Employment is concentrated in educational services with significant geographic variation from $53,250 in New Jersey to $97,620 in California, representing a 1.83x wage ratio. The specialized nature of this field and extensive educational requirements suggest stable but limited employment growth, with opportunities primarily tied to enrollment trends in family and consumer sciences programs.
AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role shows low automation risk due to high importance in training and teaching others (4.6 importance, 5.7 level) and establishing interpersonal relationships (3.9 importance, 5.1 level). The combination of complex curriculum development, student mentoring, and interdisciplinary knowledge synthesis requires human expertise that cannot be easily automated.
--- REASONED EDGES ---
[riasec_cluster] Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1113.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles share high social orientation (S:7.00) and similar knowledge requirements in psychology and human services.
data: RIASEC Social orientation S:7.00
data: Psychology knowledge imp:3.6
[knowledge_overlap] Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1071.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Shared expertise in nutrition science and health-related education with similar teaching methodologies.
data: Nutrition curriculum content
data: Health science knowledge
[job_zone] Education Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1081.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both require Job Zone 5 extensive preparation and share Education and Training knowledge requirements.
data: Job Zone 5
data: Education and Training knowledge imp:4.3, lvl:5.5
[career_pathway] Instructional Coordinators (25-9031.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Natural progression from teaching to curriculum coordination given strong organizing and planning work activities.
data: Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work imp:4.0, lvl:5.0
data: Curriculum development tasks
[skill_overlap] Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School (25-2032.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Shared focus on practical life skills education and similar instructional approaches in family and consumer sciences.
data: Instructing skill imp:4.0, lvl:4.2
data: Family relations and home management curriculum
--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
match_keywords : ['family consumer sciences', 'family and consumer sciences', 'FCS teacher', 'FCS professor', 'home economics', 'nutrition instructor', 'child development instructor', 'family relations']
exclude_keywords : ['elementary teacher', 'high school teacher', 'K-12 teacher', 'principal', 'administrator']
title_patterns : ['Family and Consumer Sciences Professor', 'FCS Professor', 'Family Consumer Sciences Teacher', 'Home Economics Professor', 'Nutrition Instructor']
common_variations: ['Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher', 'FCS Teacher', 'Home Economics Teacher', 'Family Studies Professor', 'Consumer Sciences Instructor', 'Child Development Professor', 'Nutrition Professor', 'Family Resource Management Professor']
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