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Job outlook for general education professors in the United States
Are general education professor jobs in demand?
General education professor job and salary trends over time
General education professor jobs over time
General education professor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,076 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,054 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,122 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,116 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,108 | 0.00% |
Average general education professor salary over time
General education professor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $62,220 | $29.91 | --0.1% |
| 2025 | $62,287 | $29.95 | +1.1% |
| 2024 | $61,592 | $29.61 | +1.2% |
| 2023 | $60,870 | $29.26 | +2.4% |
| 2022 | $59,444 | $28.58 | +1.6% |
General education professor jobs by state
Most common states for general education professors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 304 | 44% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 214 | 22% |
| 3 | Vermont | 623,657 | 125 | 20% |
| 4 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,298 | 19% |
| 5 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 253 | 19% |
| 6 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 337 | 18% |
| 7 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 242 | 18% |
| 8 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 723 | 17% |
| 9 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 593 | 17% |
| 10 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 180 | 17% |
| 11 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 126 | 17% |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 2,084 | 16% |
| 13 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 133 | 15% |
| 14 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 236 | 14% |
| 15 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,187 | 13% |
| 16 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 935 | 13% |
| 17 | California | 39,536,653 | 4,877 | 12% |
| 18 | New York | 19,849,399 | 2,365 | 12% |
| 19 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 486 | 9% |
| 20 | Alaska | 739,795 | 45 | 6% |
Most common cities for general education professors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aurora | 1 | 0% | $60,650 |
General Education Professor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of general education professor experts
North Carolina State University
Ashford University
State University of New York Potsdam
Jane Kuandre
Associate ProfessorWhat will help General Education Professors increase their earning potential?
Jane Kuandre: Networking is crucial for career advancement in academia as it allows individuals to establish collaborations, gain access to resources, and stay updated on the latest research trends.
Fabio Lanza
ProfessorAshford University
History
What will help General Education Professors increase their earning potential?
Fabio Lanza: Difficult to say, given how quickly things change. Digital humanities was and still is fashionable and important. Public history (museum, exhibitions, outreach). And teaching.
Jennifer Merriman
Instructor, Supervisor of Secondary Social StudiesState University of New York Potsdam
Secondary Education
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the General Education Professor job market given the pandemic?
Jennifer Merriman: In education, there was a high need for teachers prior to the pandemic. Now, the situation is even more dire. Many teachers who were near retirement have opted to retire early, whereas before they may have stayed a few more years. Either way, there is a high need for teachers in the future of education and districts are looking to hire. Substitute teachers are also in extremely high demand.
What technical skills for a General Education Professor stand out to employers?
Jennifer Merriman: Being tech savvy is important. Districts use a variety of platforms to educate students, and that is increasing due to remote learning. I would recommend researching what applications a district uses prior to interviewing for a position. There are many trainings and webinars available that can get candidates up to speed on the use of them in the classroom. Continual professional development to improve instruction using technology in the classroom is important. Employers want to see candidates who are continually expanding their skills and ideas on how to best educate students in these unprecedented times.
How have salaries changed over time for General Education Professors?
Jennifer Merriman: Starting salaries for new teachers are much higher than they used to be, which is great for anyone entering the field! I anticipate that they will continue to rise since the demand for teachers is so high. Teachers also have excellent benefits and retirement and I anticipate that to continue.