College Cultural Studies Teachers
On the Job
College Cultural Studies Teachers teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. They may do research.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Guide class discussions.
- Teach humanities courses at the college level.
- Develop instructional objectives.
- Plan experiential learning activities.
- Plan community programs or activities for the general public.
- Develop instructional materials.
- Maintain student records.
- Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
- Write grant proposals.
- Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
Typical Working Conditions
- Using e-mail.
- Freedom to make decisions without supervision.
- The freedom to determine tasks, priorities, and goals.
- Working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
- Coordinating or leading others.
- High levels of competition.
- Meeting strict deadlines.
- Sitting.
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