Teach courses in human history and historiography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
SOC: 25-1125.00
Common Job Titles
History Instructor
History Professor
Instructor
Professor
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeSynthesize historiographical debates and primary source materials across diverse historical periods for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses, integrating interdisciplinary perspectives.
Advanced
KnowledgeDesign course syllabi, learning objectives, and assessment strategies aligning with departmental goals and current pedagogical best practices.
Advanced
MindsetModel intellectual curiosity and critical engagement with diverse historical perspectives fostering inclusive classroom environments that value multiple viewpoints.
Advanced
KnowledgeFormulate original research questions and scholarly arguments for peer-reviewed publications and academic conferences.
Advanced
KnowledgeEvaluate student research papers, examinations, and oral presentations using disciplinary standards for historical argumentation and evidence.
Proficient
KnowledgeAnalyze complex historical phenomena and causal relationships across political, social, cultural, and economic dimensions.
Proficient
KnowledgeInterpret archival documents, artifacts, and visual sources within historical context teaching students methods of historical interpretation and source criticism.
Proficient
MindsetAdvocate ethical research practices and academic integrity standards mentoring students in proper citation methods and responsible use of historical sources.
Proficient
KnowledgeAssess pedagogical effectiveness and student learning outcomes using formative and summative assessment data to refine instructional approaches.
Proficient
MindsetBalance teaching responsibilities with research productivity and service obligations meeting tenure and promotion expectations within academic institutions.
Proficient
MindsetEngage students in historical inquiry and analytical thinking through active learning strategies and Socratic dialogue.
Developing
KnowledgeApply learning management systems and digital humanities tools to enhance course delivery and facilitate student collaboration.
Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for History Teachers, Postsecondary (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
19,860
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $47,730. 25th percentile: U.S. $62,370. 50th percentile: U.S. $81,500. 75th percentile: U.S. $106,770. 90th percentile: U.S. $158,140. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$47,730
10% of workers earn the following or more
$158,140
Workers on average earn
$93,710
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
History and Archeology5.0/5
English Language4.7/5
Education and Training4.4/5
Law and Government4.1/5
Geography4.0/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
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