English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
O*NET-SOC 25-1123.00 · interest code SIA
Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Social — teaching, caring for, advising and helping people directly — then Investigative and Artistic.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 5 — extensive preparation — usually a graduate or professional degree.