SOC 25-2011
Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ32/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ445,080
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$37K
$28K โ $60K
Projected Growth
๐+4.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค63/100
High exposure
๐ก Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education face a risk score of 32/100 โ 12 points below the national average of 44. With 63/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $37K. 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 32/100, Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education 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 445,080 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in mentoring students through personal and academic challenges and adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education?
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
AI-generated curriculum and lesson plan content
Virtual classroom platforms reducing instructor demand
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Mentoring students through personal and academic challenges
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
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
Teach basic skills, such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
๐ป Technology Skills
Computer based training software
Desktop communications software
Electronic mail software
Video creation and editing software
Project management software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Education and Training
English Language
Public Safety and Security
Customer and Personal Service
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 | 80% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | 22 | $78K | 80% |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | 23 | $65K | 78% |