Classroom instructor demographics and statistics in the US
Classroom instructor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates classroom instructor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our classroom instructor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about classroom instructors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 21,581 classroom instructors currently employed in the United States.
- 56.7% of all classroom instructors are women, while 43.3% are men.
- The average classroom instructor age is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of classroom instructors is White (69.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (12.8%), Black or African American (10.0%) and Unknown (3.9%).
- In 2022, women earned 94% of what men earned.
- 9% of all classroom instructors are LGBT.
- Classroom instructors are 63% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Classroom instructor demographics by:
Classroom instructor gender statistics
56.7% of classroom instructors are women and 43.3% of classroom instructors are men.
- Female, 56.7%
- Male, 43.3%
Classroom instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 56.7% |
| Male | 43.3% |
Classroom instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$42,041
Female income
$39,595
Classroom instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in classroom instructor positions over time. Currently, 56.7% of classroom instructors are female.
Classroom instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 44.52% | 55.48% |
| 2011 | 44.87% | 55.13% |
| 2012 | 45.28% | 54.72% |
| 2013 | 45.46% | 54.54% |
| 2014 | 44.95% | 55.05% |
| 2015 | 45.52% | 54.48% |
| 2016 | 45.55% | 54.45% |
| 2017 | 45.38% | 54.62% |
| 2018 | 46.02% | 53.98% |
| 2019 | 41.57% | 58.43% |
| 2020 | 42.51% | 57.49% |
| 2021 | 43.28% | 56.72% |
Classroom instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared classroom instructors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, auto collision repair instructor and automotive technology instructor have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development Associate Teacher | 3% | 97% |
| Prekindergarten Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Infant And Toddler Teacher | 5% | 95% |
| Classroom Instructor | 43% | 57% |
| Automotive Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Automotive Technology Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Auto Collision Repair Instructor | 98% | 2% |
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Classroom instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among classroom instructors is White, which makes up 69.0% of all classroom instructors. Comparatively, 12.8% of classroom instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of classroom instructors are Black or African American.
- White, 69.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 12.8%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Unknown, 3.9%
- Asian, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
Classroom instructor race
| Classroom instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.8% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Unknown | 3.9% |
| Asian | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.6% |
Classroom instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how classroom instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Classroom instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.77% | 10.34% | 2.48% | 9.75% |
| 2011 | 75.37% | 10.28% | 2.66% | 9.94% |
| 2012 | 75.20% | 10.15% | 2.71% | 10.06% |
| 2013 | 74.67% | 10.18% | 2.90% | 10.28% |
| 2014 | 74.75% | 10.11% | 2.90% | 10.34% |
| 2015 | 74.49% | 9.78% | 3.04% | 10.70% |
| 2016 | 73.64% | 10.19% | 3.05% | 11.10% |
| 2017 | 73.60% | 9.85% | 3.19% | 11.24% |
| 2018 | 73.37% | 9.75% | 3.20% | 11.48% |
| 2019 | 72.49% | 10.06% | 3.38% | 11.97% |
| 2020 | 70.57% | 9.73% | 3.45% | 12.09% |
| 2021 | 69.00% | 10.02% | 3.69% | 12.85% |
Classroom instructor wage gap by race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,638 |
| White | $41,619 |
| Black or African American | $40,611 |
| Asian | $43,533 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $42,869 |
Average classroom instructor age
See how the average age of classroom instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Classroom instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 44 |
| Unknown | 42 | 41 |
| Asian | 40 | 42 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 42 |
| White | 43 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 40.5 | 48.5 |
Classroom instructor age breakdown
The average age of classroom instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 59% of the classroom instructor population.
Classroom instructor age breakdown
| Classroom Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 59% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 12% |
Classroom instructor educational attainment
- Bachelor's, 63%
- Master's, 17%
- Associate, 12%
- High School Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 5%
Classroom instructors by degree level
| Classroom instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 63% |
| Master's | 17% |
| Associate | 12% |
| High School Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 5% |
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Classroom instructor wage gap by degree level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $56,057 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $45,433 |
| Doctorate Degree | $55,580 |
Classroom instructor employment statistics
Most classroom instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where classroom instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where classroom instructors work.
Classroom instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 32% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 17% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
Classroom instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the classroom instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most classroom instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Classroom instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 63% |
| Public | 6% |
| Private | 20% |
| Government | 11% |
Classroom instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for classroom instructors are education, government and non profits.
Classroom instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 55% |
| Government | 9% |
| Non Profits | 6% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Technology | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Fortune 500 | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Start-up | 1% |
Classroom instructor turnover and employment statistics
Classroom instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for classroom instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Classroom instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Classroom instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.82% |
| 2011 | 2.96% |
| 2012 | 2.53% |
| 2013 | 2.43% |
| 2014 | 1.86% |
| 2015 | 1.70% |
| 2016 | 1.52% |
| 2017 | 1.41% |
| 2018 | 1.53% |
| 2019 | 1.62% |
| 2020 | 2.49% |
| 2021 | 2.16% |
Average classroom instructor tenure
The average classroom instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,939 classroom instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Classroom instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Classroom instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of classroom instructors that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | 5.04% | 65,972 |
| Secondary Special Education Teacher | 7.55% | 63,366 |
| Classroom Instructor | 8.89% | - |
| Secondary History Teacher | 11.94% | 53,449 |
Similar classroom instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teacher | 5.04% | 65,972 |
| Secondary Special Education Teacher | 7.55% | 63,366 |
| Secondary History Teacher | 11.94% | 53,449 |
Foreign languages spoken by classroom instructors
The most common foreign language among classroom instructors is Spanish at 45.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 8.7% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 7.6%.
- Spanish, 45.7%
- Mandarin, 8.7%
- Chinese, 7.6%
- French, 7.6%
- German, 4.3%
- Other, 26.1%
Classroom instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 45.7% |
| Mandarin | 8.7% |
| Chinese | 7.6% |
| French | 7.6% |
| German | 4.3% |
| Other | 26.1% |
