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Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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Parachute skills

  1. Research - Data (4.80)
  2. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.80)
  3. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.76)
  4. Imagine - Data (4.76)
  5. Use my brain - Data (4.74)
  6. Communicate well, in person - People (4.62)
  7. Speak - People (4.62)
  8. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.56)
  9. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.46)
  10. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (4.41)
  11. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.35)
  12. Listen - People (4.12)
  13. Instruct - People (4.12)
  14. Follow through, get things done - People (3.98)
  15. Pay attention to details - Data (3.89)
  16. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.74)
  17. Coordinate - People (3.68)
  18. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  19. Solve problems - Data (3.62)
  20. Supervise, manage - People (3.59)
  21. Assess, evaluate, treat - People (3.59)
  22. Use my intuition - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Speaking (4.62)
  2. Reading Comprehension (4.25)
  3. Science (4.12)
  4. Instructing (4.12)
  5. Active Listening (4.00)
  6. Writing (4.00)
  7. Critical Thinking (4.00)
  8. Learning Strategies (4.00)
  9. Active Learning (3.88)
  10. Monitoring (3.75)
  11. Complex Problem Solving (3.62)
  12. Judgment and Decision Making (3.62)
  1. Oral Expression (4.62)
  2. Speech Clarity (4.25)
  3. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  4. Written Comprehension (4.12)
  5. Written Expression (4.00)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  7. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  8. Speech Recognition (3.88)
  9. Near Vision (3.62)
  10. Problem Sensitivity (3.50)
  1. Analytical Thinking (4.74)
  2. Independence (4.54)
  3. Innovation (4.46)
  4. Integrity (4.25)
  5. Initiative (4.17)
  6. Achievement/Effort (4.16)
  7. Persistence (3.98)
  8. Attention to Detail (3.89)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.79)
  10. Leadership (3.74)
  11. Dependability (3.68)
  12. Stress Tolerance (3.63)
  13. Self Control (3.56)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Analyzing Data or Information (4.80)
  2. Getting Information (4.76)
  3. Thinking Creatively (4.76)
  4. Interacting With Computers (4.68)
  5. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.56)
  6. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.51)
  7. Training and Teaching Others (4.41)
  8. Processing Information (4.40)
  9. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.35)
  10. Documenting/Recording Information (4.34)
  11. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (4.18)
  12. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.14)
  13. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.12)
  14. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.97)
  15. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.94)
  16. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.68)
  17. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.59)
  18. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.55)
  1. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.80)
  2. Conduct Research On Work-Related Topics (4.80)
  3. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (4.80)
  4. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (4.80)
  5. Perform Statistical Analysis In Physical Science Or Geological Research (4.80)
  6. Analyze Geological Research Data (4.80)
  7. Collect Academic Research Data (4.76)
  8. Design Classroom Presentations (4.76)
  9. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Educational Data (4.68)
  10. Use Geographical Information System (Gis) Software (4.68)
  11. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.56)
  12. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (4.56)
  13. Use Teaching Techniques (4.56)
  14. Use Knowledge Of Tides And Currents (4.56)
  15. Use Public Speaking Techniques (4.56)
  16. Use Physical Science Research Techniques (4.56)
  17. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.56)
  18. Organize Educational Material Or Ideas (4.41)
  19. Teach College Level Courses (4.41)
  20. Develop Course Or Training Objectives (4.41)
  21. Convert Information Into Instructional Program (4.41)
  22. Develop Instructional Materials (4.41)
  23. Compile Bibliographies Of Specialized Materials (4.40)
  24. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (4.35)
  25. Interpret Aerial Photographs (4.35)
  26. Present Research Papers Or Dissertations On Physical Science Issues (4.35)
  27. Record Student Progress (4.34)
  28. Identify Properties Of Rocks Or Minerals (4.14)
  29. Write Research Or Project Grant Proposals (3.97)
  30. Evaluate Student Performance (3.59)