College English Language Teachers

Teach English courses at the college level.

College English Teachers teach courses pertaining to English language and literature, including linguistics, American or British literature, children's literature, or special topics. They may also do research.

Wages	$80,407 per year on average
Outlook	The outlook is Fair
Education & Training	Graduate degree (any type) is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Creative Writing English Language and Literature, General English/Language Arts Teacher Education General Literature Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing Writing, General
On the Job	Work Activities Guide class discussions. Teach classes in area of specialization. Teach humanities courses at the college level. Teach online courses. Train staff members. Tutor students who need extra assistance. Develop instructional objectives. Edit documents. Edit written materials. Select educational materials or equipment.
Career Pathways	Teaching and Training
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