EDUCATION AND THE ARTS

15005 EDUCATION ADMINISTRATORS

Plan, organize, direct, control, or coordinate the educational activities of colleges and universities; elementary, secondary, or post-secondary schools; vocational or technical schools; or training and instructional organizations (or programs) in private business or other agencies.

31517 INSTRUCTIONAL COORDINATORS

Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology in specialized fields that provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. Include Educational Consultants and Specialists, Public Health Educators, and Instructional Material Directors.

31223 ARCHITECTURE TEACHERS, POSTSECONDARY

Teach courses in architecture and architectural design, such as: architectural environmental design, interior architecture/design, and landscape architecture.

31508 AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALISTS

Plan and prepare audio-visual teaching aids and methods for use in education.

97111 BUS DRIVERS, SCHOOL

Transport students between pick-up points and school. Maintain order during trip and adhere to safety rules when loading and unloading pupils.

31514 VOCATIONAL & EDUCATIONAL COUNSELORS

Counsel individuals and provide group educational and vocational guidance.

31117 GRADUATE ASSISTANTS, TEACHING

Assist department chairperson, faculty members, or other professional staff members in college or university by performing teaching or teaching-related duties, such as teaching lower level courses, developing teaching materials, preparing and giving examinations, and grading examinations or papers. Does not include non-teaching duties such as laboratory research.

31317 INSTRUCTORS, NONVOCATIONAL EDUCATION

Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in courses other than those that normally lead to an occupational objective and are less than the baccalaureate level. Subjects may include self-improvement and non-vocational courses such as Americanization, basic education, art, drama, music, bridge, homemaking, stock market analysis, languages, modeling, flying, dancing, and automobile driving. Teaching may take place in public or private schools or in an organization whose primary business is other than education.

31321 INSTRUCTORS & COACHES, SPORTS & PHYSICAL TRAINING

Instruct or coach groups of individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. Observe and inform participants of corrective measures necessary to improve their skills. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching categories.

31111 LECTURERS

Responsible solely for preparing and delivering discourses on subjects requiring specialized knowledge. Exclude persons trained as lecturers but currently employed in positions not requiring the use of such training.

31502 LIBRARIANS, PROFESSIONAL

Administer libraries and perform related library services. Includes selecting, acquiring, cataloging, classifying, circulating, and maintaining library materials; furnishing reference, bibliographical, and reader's advisory services. May select music, films, or other audio-visual material for programs.

31505 TECHNICAL ASSISTANTS, LIBRARY

Assist librarians by furnishing information on library sciences, facilities, and rules; by assisting readers in the use of card catalogs and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. May catalog books or train and supervise clerical staff.

53902 LIBRARY ASSISTANTS & BOOKMOBILE DRIVERS

Library Assistants: Compile records; sort and shelve books; issue and receive library materials, such as books, pictures, cards, slides, audio and video recordings, and microfilm. Locate library materials for loan and replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files according to identification number and title. Register patrons to permit them to borrow books, periodicals, and other library materials. Bookmobile Drivers: Operate a bookmobile or light truck that pulls a book trailer to specific locations on a predetermined schedule and assist with providing services in mobile library.

53905 TEACHER AIDES & EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS, CLERICAL

Arrange work materials, supervise students at play, and operate audio-visual equipment under guidance of a teacher.

31521 TEACHER AIDES, PARAPROFESSIONAL

Perform duties that are instructional in nature or deliver direct services to students and/or parents. Serve in a position for which a teacher or another professional has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.

31314 TEACHERS & INSTRUCTORS, VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING

Teach or instruct vocational and/or occupational subjects at the post-secondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Subjects include business, secretarial science, data processing, trades, and practical nursing. Include correspondence school instructors; industrial, commercial and government training instructors; and adult education teachers and instructors who prepare persons to operate industrial machinery and equipment and transportation and communications equipment. Teaching may take place in public or private schools whose primary business is education or in a school associated with an organization whose primary business is other than education.

31242 BUSINESS TEACHERS, POSTSECONDARY

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as: accounting, finance, human resources, labor relations, marketing, and operations research.

31226 COMPUTER SCIENCE TEACHERS, POSTSECONDARY

Teach courses in computer and information science, including computer engineering, computer programming, and information systems theory.

31305 TEACHERS, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Teach elementary pupils in public or private schools basic academic, social, and other formative skills. Exclude special education teachers of the disabled.

31304 TEACHERS, KINDERGARTEN

Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to children from 4 to 6 years old. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.

31236 POLITICAL SCIENCE TEACHERS, POSTSECONDARY

Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations.

31303 TEACHERS, PRESCHOOL

Instruct children (normally up to 5 years of age) in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification.

31308 TEACHERS, SECONDARY SCHOOL

Instruct students in public or private schools in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies. May be designated according to subject matter specialty, such as Typing Instructors, Commercial Teachers, or English Teachers. Include vocational high school teachers.

31311 TEACHERS, SPECIAL EDUCATION

Teach elementary and secondary school subjects to educationally and physically disabled students. Include teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually disabled students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally retarded.

34021 ANNOUNCERS, EXCEPT RADIO & TELEVISION

Announce information to patrons of sporting and other entertainment events using public address system.

34017 ANNOUNCERS, RADIO & TELEVISION

Introduce various types of radio or television programs, interview or question guests, or act as master of ceremonies. Read news flashes and identify station by giving call letters.

34035 ARTISTS & RELATED WORKERS

Design and execute artwork to illustrate subject matter; promote public consumption of materials, products, or services; or to influence others in their opinions of individuals or organizations. Include Graphic Designers, Commercial Artists, Artistic Painters, Art Directors, and Painting Restorers.

34014 BROADCAST NEWS ANALYSTS

Analyze, interpret, and broadcast news received from various sources.

34026 CAMERA OPERATORS, TELEVISION & MOTION PICTURE

Operate television or motion picture camera to photograph scenes for TV broadcasts, advertising, or motion pictures.

31511 CURATORS, ARCHIVISTS, MUSEUM TECHNICIANS, & CONSERVATORS

Curators: Administer affairs of museum and conduct scientific research programs. Direct instructional, research, and public service activities of institution. Archivists: Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials. Museum Technicians and Conservators: Prepare specimens such as fossils, skeletal parts, lace, and textiles for museum collection and exhibits. May restore documents or install, arrange, and exhibit materials.

34053 DANCERS & CHOREOGRAPHERS

Dancers: Perform dances solo, with partners, or in groups to entertain audience. May also sing or act. Choreographers: Create and teach original dance for ballet, musical, or review. May direct and state presentations.

34038 DESIGNERS, EXCEPT INTERIOR DESIGNERS

Design or arrange objects and materials to achieve artistic or decorative effects for apparel or other commercial items. May also create, mark out, or draw designs for items such as furniture and machinery (product design). Designers are generally categorized according to articles or products designed, such as Clothes Designers, Industrial Designers, or according to type of design work, such as Embroidery Designers. Include Layout Artists.

34032 FILM EDITORS

Edit motion picture film, videotape, and sound tracts.

68017 GUIDES

Escort individuals or groups on cruises, sight-seeing tours, or through places of interest such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.

34041 INTERIOR DESIGNERS

Plan, design, and furnish interiors of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. Formulate designs which is practical, aesthetic, and conducive to intended purposes. Such as raising productivity, selling merchandise, or improving life style. May specialize in a particular field, style, or phase of interior design. Excludes Merchandise Display Designers.

34044 MERCHANDISE DISPLAYERS & WINDOW TRIMMERS

Plan and erect commercial displays, such as those in windows and interiors of retail stores and at trade exhibitions.

34047 MUSIC DIRECTORS, SINGERS, COMPOSERS, & RELATED WORKERS

Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras, choirs, and glee clubs. Include workers who entertain by singing songs on stage, radio, television, or in motion pictures. Include Arrangers, Composers, and Orchestrators.

34051 MUSICIANS, INSTRUMENTAL

Play one or more musical instruments in recital, in accompaniment, or as members of an orchestra, band, or other musical group.

34023 PHOTOGRAPHERS

Photograph persons, subjects, merchandise, or other commercial products. May develop negatives and produce finished prints. Include Scientific Photographers, Aerial Photographers, and Photojournalists.

34056 PRODUCERS, DIRECTORS, ACTORS, AND OTHER ENTERTAINERS

Produce, direct, or play parts on stage, television, radio, or motion picture productions for entertainment, information, or instruction.

34008 PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALISTS & PUBLICITY WRITERS

Engage in promoting or creating good will for individuals, groups, or organizations by writing or selecting favorable publicity material and releasing it through various communications media. Prepare and arrange displays, make speeches, and perform related publicity efforts.

34028 BROADCAST TECHNICIANS

Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs. Control audio equipment to regulate volume level and quality of sound during radio and television broadcasts. Operate radio transmitter to broadcast radio and television programs. A FCC first class operator's license is usually required for this occupation. A few typical broadcast technician workers include: AUDIO OPERATORS, VIDEO OPERATORS, CONTROL ROOM TECHNICIANS, TRANSMITTER OPERATORS, MASTER-CONTROL ENGINEERS, TELECINE OPERATORS.

39008 RADIO OPERATORS

Receive and transmit communications using radiotelegraph or radiotelephone equipment in accordance with government regulations. May repair equipment.

34011 REPORTERS AND CORRESPONDENTS

Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation. Report and write stories for newspaper, news magazine, radio, or television. Exclude correspondents who broadcast news for radio and television.

34005 TECHNICAL WRITERS & EDITORS

Write or edit technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, and operating and maintenance instructions. May oversee preparation of illustrations, photographs, diagrams, and charts; and assist in layout work.

34002 WRITERS & EDITORS

Writers: Originate and prepare written material such as scripts, stories, news items, advertisements, and other material. Editors: Coordinate, edit, and analyze prepared written material. Include Managing Editors. Exclude Publicity Writers, Public Relations Specialists, Technical Writers, and Technical Editors.


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