SOC 25-1043
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ47/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ1,310
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$101K
$59K โ $155K
Projected Growth
๐+4%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค95/100
High exposure
๐ก Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary face a risk score of 47/100 โ 3 points above the national average of 44. With 95/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $101K ($55K 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 47/100, Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like virtual classroom platforms reducing instructor demand are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 1,310 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time and mentoring students through personal and academic challenges to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Virtual classroom platforms reducing instructor demand
AI-generated curriculum and lesson plan content
AI summarization replacing manual report compilation
Adaptive learning technology replacing remedial roles
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
Mentoring students through personal and academic challenges
Developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
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.
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics, such as forest resource policy, forest pathology, and mapping.
Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
Supervise students' laboratory or field work.
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
๐ป Technology Skills
Web platform development software
Project management software
Computer based training software
Calendar and scheduling software
Word processing software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
Education and Training
Mathematics
Biology
Computers and Electronics
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 | 53% |
| Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers | 16 | $145K | 67% |
| Postsecondary Teachers | 22 | $82K | 70% |