Postsecondary Architecture Teacher

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Postsecondary Architecture Teacher

Inspire future architects by teaching innovative design and environmental concepts.
Shape the built environment by educating the next generation of architectural leaders.
Blend teaching with research to explore cutting-edge architectural trends.

💰 Earn $123K-$135K

📚 Doctoral or Professional Degree

⏱️ 48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 3.2% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Teach courses in architecture and architectural design, such as architectural environmental design, interior architecture/design, and landscape architecture. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as architectural design methods, aesthetics and design, and structures and materials.
Evaluate and grade students' work, including work performed in design studios.
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.

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Minimum Education

Doctoral or Professional Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

Over 4 years

Job Openings

800 Annually

Median Earnings

$127,390 in California

$105,770 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Relating with or serving others

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Science
Speaking
Writing

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Personal relationships

Deep Dive

Postsecondary Architecture Teacher

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years