Teach courses in library science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1082 O*NET: 25-1082.00
Median Salary
$78,630
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 3%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
0.4
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Teach courses in library science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
What does a Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$53,590
10th percentile
Early Career
$62,130
25th percentile
Median
$78,630
50th percentile
Experienced
$97,020
75th percentile
Top Earners
$126,200
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$53,590
25th
$62,130
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$78,630
Mean: $84,320
75th
$97,020
90th
$126,200
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $72,610 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $62,130 and $97,020
- •Salary spread is 44.4% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 4,100 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:5,100
Top Industries
Educational Services22.4%
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools22.4%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+3%
Annual Openings:400
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)5,100
Current
2034 (Projected)5,300
+3%
+200
Employment Change
+3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 29 locations
Illinois
540 jobs$76,0303.35x
California
380 jobs$118,7600.80x
North Carolina
270 jobs$77,3902.09x
Tennessee
210 jobs$66,4902.42x
Texas
200 jobs$76,1900.54x
New York
170 jobs$63,1300.66x
Alabama
150 jobs$73,2502.69x
New Jersey
130 jobs$82,8001.14x
Minnesota
120 jobs$80,3301.60x
Georgia
120 jobs$65,1900.94x
Mississippi
110 jobs$62,9003.63x
Massachusetts
100 jobs$79,7401.06x
Virginia
100 jobs$79,5300.96x
Washington
90 jobs$103,9500.97x
Maryland
90 jobs$102,9101.26x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Instructing
100%
#2
Speaking
94%
#3
Reading Comprehension
86%
#4
Critical Thinking
80%
#5
Writing
74%
#6
Learning Strategies
66%
#7
Active Learning
60%
#8
Monitoring
54%
#9
Active Listening
46%
#10
Complex Problem Solving
40%
Skills Overview
Instructing
advanced5.0
100%
Speaking
advanced4.7
94%
Reading Comprehension
basic4.3
86%
Critical Thinking
intermediate4.0
80%
Writing
intermediate3.7
74%
Learning Strategies
intermediate3.3
66%
Active Learning
intermediate3.0
60%
Monitoring
basic2.7
54%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Instructing
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Speaking
advancedImportance94%
skills
4.7/5.0
Reading Comprehension
basicImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Critical Thinking
intermediateImportance80%
abilities
4.0/5.0
Writing
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Learning Strategies
intermediateImportance66%
skills
3.3/5.0
Active Learning
intermediateImportance60%
abilities
3.0/5.0
Monitoring
basicImportance54%
skills
2.7/5.0
Active Listening
basicImportance46%
skills
2.3/5.0
Complex Problem Solving
advancedImportance40%
abilities
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Business Teachers, Postsecondary100%
5 shared skills
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary100%
5 shared skills
Education Teachers, Postsecondary100%
5 shared skills
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary100%
5 shared skills
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary100%
5 shared skills
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors82%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Instructing
- ✓Speaking
Learn on the Job:
- →Learning Strategies
- →Monitoring
- →Active Learning
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Instructing
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Reading Comprehension
- ✓Critical Thinking
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Speaking
- ★Reading Comprehension
- ★Critical Thinking
- ★Writing
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Technology Intensity
Very High
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires expert digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Advanced software proficiencySystem architecture understandingAutomation and scriptingEmerging technology adaptationTechnical problem-solving
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Splunk Enterprise
🔥 Hot TechAmazon Elastic Compute Cloud EC2
🔥 Hot TechMySQL
🔥 Hot TechStructured query language SQL
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft SharePoint
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Outlook
🔥 Hot TechExtensible markup language XML
🔥 Hot TechC++
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft PowerPoint
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechJavaScript
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Splunk Enterprise
Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud EC2
MySQL
Structured query language SQL
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Outlook
Extensible markup language XML
C++
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
JavaScript
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
MOSTLY TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
FREQUENT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy mostly team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
21
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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Documentation & Record-Keeping (3)Planning & Development (2)Analysis & Evaluation (1)General Responsibilities (12)Communication & Coordination (1)Management & Supervision (1)Operations & Execution (1)
1
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping100% perform100%
2
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as collection development, archival methods, and indexing and abstracting.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Planning & Development97% perform98%
3
Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Analysis & Evaluation94% perform96%
4
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities91% perform94%
5
Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Planning & Development88% perform92%
6
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping85% perform90%
7
Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Communication & Coordination82% perform88%
8
Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities79% perform86%
9
Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
Management & Supervision73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on documentation & record-keeping activities
- •33% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary professionals typically have a SIC Holland code and highly value achievement
SSocial
IInvestigative
CConventional
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Initiative
CriticalInitiative
Importance Level4.83
Achievement/Effort
CriticalAchievement/Effort
Importance Level4.77
Integrity
CriticalIntegrity
Importance Level4.69
Adaptability/Flexibility
Very ImportantAdaptability/Flexibility
Importance Level4.45
Independence
Very ImportantIndependence
Importance Level4.39
Analytical Thinking
Very ImportantAnalytical Thinking
Importance Level4.35
Complete Work Styles Profile
Initiative
4.8
Achievement/Effort
4.8
Integrity
4.7
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.5
Independence
4.4
Analytical Thinking
4.3
Persistence
4.3
Dependability
4.3
Concern for Others
4.3
Stress Tolerance
4.1
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Typical duration: 4 years
Preparation Level
Job Zone 5
Extensive Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Most of these occupations require graduate school. These may include master's, doctoral, or professional degrees.
Training:
Extensive training and work experience required
💼 Experience Requirement
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Master's or doctoral degree
- • Extensive work experience in the field
- • State licensure or professional certification
5
Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require graduate school. These may include master's, doctoral, or professional degrees.
Master's or doctoral degreeExtensive work experience in the fieldState licensure or professional certification
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