Teacher education instructor demographics and statistics in the US
Teacher education instructor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates teacher education instructor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our teacher education 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 teacher education instructors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 10,788 teacher education instructors currently employed in the United States.
- 61.9% of all teacher education instructors are women, while 38.1% are men.
- The average teacher education instructor age is 42 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of teacher education instructors is White (71.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (11.6%), Black or African American (9.4%) and Unknown (4.0%).
- In 2022, women earned 98% of what men earned.
- 8% of all teacher education instructors are LGBT.
- Teacher education instructors are 79% more likely to work at education companies in comparison to private companies.
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Teacher education instructor demographics by:
Teacher education instructor gender statistics
61.9% of teacher education instructors are women and 38.1% of teacher education instructors are men.
- Female, 61.9%
- Male, 38.1%
Teacher education instructor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 61.9% |
| Male | 38.1% |
Teacher education instructor gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$39,844
Female income
$39,136
Teacher education instructor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in teacher education instructor positions over time. Currently, 61.9% of teacher education instructors are female.
Teacher education instructor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 34.87% | 65.13% |
| 2011 | 30.69% | 69.31% |
| 2012 | 35.19% | 64.81% |
| 2013 | 32.25% | 67.75% |
| 2014 | 32.93% | 67.07% |
| 2015 | 33.93% | 66.07% |
| 2016 | 34.16% | 65.84% |
| 2017 | 34.24% | 65.76% |
| 2018 | 35.23% | 64.77% |
| 2019 | 34.07% | 65.93% |
| 2020 | 38.29% | 61.71% |
| 2021 | 38.13% | 61.87% |
Teacher education instructor related jobs gender ratio
We compared teacher education 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% |
| Teacher Education Instructor | 38% | 62% |
| Automotive Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Automotive Technology Instructor | 96% | 4% |
| Auto Collision Repair Instructor | 98% | 2% |
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Teacher education instructor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among teacher education instructors is White, which makes up 71.1% of all teacher education instructors. Comparatively, 11.6% of teacher education instructors are Hispanic or Latino and 9.4% of teacher education instructors are Black or African American.
- White, 71.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.6%
- Black or African American, 9.4%
- Unknown, 4.0%
- Asian, 3.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Teacher education instructor race
| Teacher education instructor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.4% |
| Unknown | 4.0% |
| Asian | 3.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Teacher education instructor race and ethnicity over time
See how teacher education instructor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Teacher education instructor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 75.05% | 11.14% | 2.16% | 9.33% |
| 2011 | 74.03% | 11.37% | 2.44% | 9.60% |
| 2012 | 75.40% | 9.76% | 2.66% | 9.90% |
| 2013 | 76.12% | 10.15% | 2.57% | 8.59% |
| 2014 | 73.26% | 11.02% | 3.24% | 9.87% |
| 2015 | 72.95% | 11.10% | 2.79% | 10.40% |
| 2016 | 72.63% | 10.64% | 2.90% | 10.55% |
| 2017 | 72.40% | 10.24% | 3.22% | 11.25% |
| 2018 | 73.34% | 9.25% | 3.16% | 11.56% |
| 2019 | 75.36% | 9.90% | 2.60% | 9.87% |
| 2020 | 72.25% | 9.53% | 3.19% | 10.76% |
| 2021 | 71.11% | 9.37% | 3.62% | 11.57% |
Teacher education instructor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian teacher education instructors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american teacher education instructors have the lowest average salary at $38,983.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $39,681 |
| White | $39,125 |
| Black or African American | $38,983 |
| Asian | $41,233 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,242 |
Average teacher education instructor age
See how the average age of teacher education instructors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Teacher education instructor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 42 | 47 |
| Unknown | 36 | 40 |
| Asian | 47 | 42.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 41 |
| White | 42 | 42 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 42 |
Teacher education instructor age breakdown
The average age of teacher education instructors is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the teacher education instructor population.
Teacher education instructor age breakdown
| Teacher Education Instructor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 28% |
| 20-30 years | 13% |
Teacher education instructor educational attainment
- Bachelor's, 58%
- Master's, 24%
- Associate, 8%
- High School Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 8%
Teacher education instructors by degree level
| Teacher education instructor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 58% |
| Master's | 24% |
| Associate | 8% |
| High School Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 8% |
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Teacher education instructor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, teacher education instructors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $50,615 annually. With a Master's degree, teacher education instructors earn a median annual income of $50,251 compared to $42,821 for teacher education instructors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $50,251 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,821 |
| Doctorate Degree | $50,615 |
Teacher education instructor employment statistics
Most teacher education instructors work for a education in the education industry.
Company size where teacher education instructors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where teacher education instructors work.
Teacher education instructor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 15% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 30% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 19% |
| > 10,000 employees | 5% |
Teacher education instructor jobs by company type
Employees with the teacher education instructor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most teacher education instructors prefer to work at education companies over private companies.
Teacher education instructor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 79% |
| Public | 1% |
| Private | 13% |
| Government | 8% |
Teacher education instructor jobs by industry
The most common industries for teacher education instructors are education, government and health care.
Teacher education instructor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 75% |
| Government | 7% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Finance | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Media | 1% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Retail | 1% |
Teacher education instructor turnover and employment statistics
Teacher education instructor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for teacher education instructors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Teacher education instructor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Teacher education instructor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.76% |
| 2011 | 2.84% |
| 2012 | 2.73% |
| 2013 | 2.09% |
| 2014 | 2.34% |
| 2015 | 2.46% |
| 2016 | 1.61% |
| 2017 | 1.66% |
| 2018 | 0.99% |
| 2019 | 0.83% |
| 2020 | 1.65% |
| 2021 | 1.41% |
Average teacher education instructor tenure
The average teacher education instructor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 285 teacher education instructors resumes in Zippia's database.
Teacher education instructor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 17% |
| 1-2 years | 32% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 18% |
Teacher education instructor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of teacher education 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Teacher | 5.04% | 66,596 |
| Teacher Education Instructor | 7.55% | - |
| Italian Teacher | 8.89% | 64,206 |
| Peer Teacher | 11.94% | 54,705 |
Similar teacher education instructor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Teacher | 5.04% | 66,596 |
| Italian Teacher | 8.89% | 64,206 |
| Peer Teacher | 11.94% | 54,705 |
Foreign languages spoken by teacher education instructors
The most common foreign language among teacher education instructors is Spanish at 30.8%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 15.4% and Vietnamese is the third-most popular at 7.7%.
- Spanish, 30.8%
- Portuguese, 15.4%
- Vietnamese, 7.7%
- German, 7.7%
- French, 7.7%
- Other, 30.7%
Teacher education instructor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 30.8% |
| Portuguese | 15.4% |
| Vietnamese | 7.7% |
| German | 7.7% |
| French | 7.7% |
| Other | 30.7% |
