SOC 25-1124
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
Risk Score
⚠️55/100
Elevated
US Employment
👥21,170
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$77K
$47K – $135K
Projected Growth
📈-0.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖95/100
High exposure
💡 Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary face a risk score of 55/100 — 11 points above the national average of 44. With 95/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite weak projected growth. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $77K ($31K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 55/100, Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-powered research and literature review tools are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 21,170 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons and inspiring and motivating students through personal connection to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
AI-powered research and literature review tools
Generative AI producing marketing and creative copy
Virtual classroom platforms reducing instructor demand
AI-generated curriculum and lesson plan content
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
Managing classroom dynamics and student behavior
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 69% |
| Postsecondary Teachers | 22 | $82K | 81% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | 22 | $78K | 81% |