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O*NET-SOC 25-1121.00

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques.Core6262
  2. Evaluate and grade students' class work, performances, projects, assignments, and papers.Core6261
  3. Prepare students for performances, exams, or assessments.Core6263
  4. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.Core6267
  5. Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as acting techniques, fundamentals of music, and art history.Core6264
  6. Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.Core6266
  7. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.Core6270
  8. Organize performance groups and direct their rehearsals.Supplemental6265
  9. Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.Core6268
  10. Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.Core6273
  11. Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.Core6275
  12. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.Core6274
  13. Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.Supplemental6272
  14. Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and performance pieces.Core6277
  15. Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.Supplemental6284
  16. Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.Core6276
  17. Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.Core6278
  18. Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.Core6269
  19. Maintain or repair studio facilities.Supplemental21125
  20. Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.Supplemental6271
  21. Display students' work in schools, galleries, and exhibitions.Core6283
  22. Participate in campus and community events.Core6280
  23. Keep students informed of community events, such as plays and concerts.Core6281
  24. Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.Core6279
  25. Act as advisers to student organizations.Core6285
  26. Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.Supplemental6286
  27. Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.Supplemental6282
  28. Provide professional consulting services to government or industry.Supplemental6287

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 52 examples in 21 categories, 19 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Document management software

  • Adobe AcrobatHot Technology

Video creation and editing software

  • Adobe After EffectsHot Technology
  • Apple DVD Studio Pro
  • Apple Final Cut Pro
  • Autodesk MotionBuilder
  • Pixar RenderMan Studio
  • The Foundry Nuke

Music or sound editing software

  • Adobe Audition
  • Apple Logic Pro
  • Komplete Kontrol
  • Propellerhead Software Reason
  • Pure Data PD
  • Sonic Studio audio software

Graphics or photo imaging software

  • Adobe Creative Cloud softwareHot Technology
  • Adobe IllustratorHot Technology
  • Adobe PhotoshopHot Technology
  • Faux Labs Splashup
  • Next Limit Maxwell Render
  • Red Giant Trapcode Particular
  • The Pixel Farm PFTrack

Web page creation and editing software

  • Adobe Dreamweaver

Desktop publishing software

  • Adobe InDesignHot Technology
  • QuarkXPress

Computer aided design CAD software

  • Autodesk Maya

Computer based training software

  • Blackboard Learn
  • Blackboard software
  • Course management system software
  • Desire2Learn LMS software
  • Learning management system LMSIn Demand
  • Moodle
  • Sakai CLE

Web platform development software

  • Cascading style sheets CSSHot Technology
  • Hypertext markup language HTMLHot Technology
  • JavaScriptHot Technology
  • PHPHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Collaborative editing software
  • Google DocsHot Technology
  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Information retrieval or search software

  • DOC Cop
  • iParadigms Turnitin

Desktop communications software

  • Edmodo

Electronic mail software

  • Email software
  • Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Optical character reader OCR or scanning software

  • Image scanning software

Operating system software

  • LinuxHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Development environment software

  • Microsoft Visual StudioHot Technology
  • PhoneGap

Data base management system software

  • MySQLHot Technology

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

  • Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prepare tests.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Evaluate student work.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Processing Information

  • Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Select educational materials or equipment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Develop instructional objectives.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Research topics in area of expertise.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

  • Plan community programs or activities for the general public.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

  • Display student work.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

  • Maintain facilities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Repair structural components.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Write grant proposals.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Maintain student records.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Develop instructional materials.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Selling or Influencing Others

  • Promote educational institutions or programs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

  • Coordinate student extracurricular activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

  • Tutor students who need extra assistance.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Teach humanities courses at the college level.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Guide class discussions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Supervise student research or internship work.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Direct department activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

  • Advise students on academic or career matters.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Performing Administrative Activities

  • Perform student enrollment or registration activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

  • Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 30
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.