SOC 25-2022
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ43/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ620,370
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$63K
$47K โ $101K
Projected Growth
๐-2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค76/100
High exposure
๐ก Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education face a risk score of 43/100 โ 1 points below the national average of 44. With 76/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite weak projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $63K ($17K 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 43/100, Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 620,370 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in inspiring and motivating students through personal connection and adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
AI-generated curriculum and lesson plan content
Virtual classroom platforms reducing instructor demand
Automated grading and assessment tools
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
Managing classroom dynamics and student behavior
Mentoring students through personal and academic challenges
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 materials and classrooms for class activities.
Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies.
Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
๐ป Technology Skills
Video creation and editing software
Operating system software
Computer based training software
Data base user interface and query software
Desktop communications software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Education and Training
English Language
Philosophy and Theology
Mathematics
Psychology
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary Teachers | 22 | $82K | 72% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | 22 | $78K | 72% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | 23 | $65K | 70% |