Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary

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Archaeology Professor
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Cultural Anthropology Professor
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What is a Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary?

Anthropology and Archeology Teachers at the postsecondary level are educators who specialize in the study of human cultures, societies, and historical artifacts. They engage in teaching college-level courses that cover a broad range of topics, including cultural anthropology, biological anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, and related fields. These educators typically hold advanced degrees, such as a master's or doctoral degree, in anthropology, archeology, or a closely related discipline. They are responsible for developing course materials, delivering lectures, leading discussions, and guiding student research. Additionally, they may involve themselves in fieldwork activities, contributing to the study of past human activities through excavation and analysis of archaeological sites. Beyond teaching, many postsecondary anthropology and archeology teachers conduct research, publish scholarly articles, and attend academic conferences to share their findings. They play a vital role in fostering critical thinking and analytical skills in their students, preparing them for careers in academia, research, cultural resource management, and various fields related to social sciences.

Career Assessment
Career Assessment

Tasks

  • Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and present findings in professional journals, books, electronic media, or at professional conferences.
  • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as research methods, urban anthropology, and language and culture.
  • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

Technology Skills

Knowledge

  • English Language

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

  • Sociology and Anthropology

    Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.

  • History and Archeology

    Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Skills

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.

  • Learning Strategies

    Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • 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.

  • Instructing

    Teaching others how to do something.

Abilities

  • Oral Expression

    The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

  • Speech Clarity

    The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

  • Oral Comprehension

    The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

  • Written Comprehension

    The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

  • Written Expression

    The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Education

How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?

  • Doctoral degree
    96 %
  • Master's degree
    4 %

Work Activities

  • Training and Teaching Others

    Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

  • Documenting/Recording Information

    Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

    Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

  • Working with Computers

    Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

  • Coaching and Developing Others

    Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Detailed Work Activities

  • Research topics in area of expertise.
  • Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
  • Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
  • Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.
  • Teach social science courses at the college level.

Work Interests

  • Social

    Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.

  • Investigative

    Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.

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Job Outlook

Projected salary and job growth

$51980.0 - $172180.0

New job opportunities are likely in the future. : Average

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