O*NET Career Intelligence

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC 25-1111.00

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Zone 5 Educational Instruction and Library

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Speaking

4.6

Critical Thinking

4.1

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Active Listening

4.0

Writing

4.0

Active Learning

4.0

Learning Strategies

4.0

Instructing

4.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Law and Government

4.6

English Language

4.4

Education and Training

4.4

Public Safety and Security

4.1

Sociology and Anthropology

3.9

Psychology

3.6

Computers and Electronics

3.4

Communications and Media

3.1

Key Tasks

1Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

2Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

3Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.

4Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as criminal law, defensive policing, and investigation techniques.

5Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.

Also Known As

Adjunct Instructor Adjunct Professor Assistant Professor Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Associate Professor Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Associate Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice College or University Faculty Member College Professor Criminal Justice Department Chair