SOC 25-1124
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ55/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ21,170
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$77K
$47K โ $135K
Projected Growth
๐-0.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค95/100
High exposure
๐ก Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary face a risk score of 55/100 โ 11 points above the national average of 44. With 95/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite weak projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $77K ($31K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 55/100, Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-powered research and literature review tools are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 21,170 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons and inspiring and motivating students through personal connection to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-powered research and literature review tools
Generative AI producing marketing and creative copy
Virtual classroom platforms reducing instructor demand
AI-generated curriculum and lesson plan content
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
Managing classroom dynamics and student behavior
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as how to speak and write a foreign language and the cultural aspects of areas where a particular language is used.
๐ป Technology Skills
Graphics or photo imaging software
Desktop publishing software
Dictionary software
Music or sound editing software
Computer based training software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Foreign Language
English Language
Education and Training
History and Archeology
Philosophy and Theology
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 69% |
| Postsecondary Teachers | 22 | $82K | 81% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | 22 | $78K | 81% |