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Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC 25-1121.00Job Zone 5 · Extensive Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers postsecondary art, drama, and music instruction from initial faculty appointment through senior leadership, spanning studio teaching, graduate mentorship, curriculum design, scholarly engagement, and departmental administration in accredited higher education institutions.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Artistic techniques in foundational disciplines — demonstrate and explain under faculty mentorship within undergraduate studio or performance classroom settings.
  2. Course syllabi and basic instructional handouts — prepare and distribute following departmental templates and curriculum guidelines at a postsecondary institution.
  3. Student attendance records and grade entries — maintain accurately using institutional learning management systems under supervisory review.
  4. Classroom discussions on art history or music fundamentals — initiate and facilitate with structured prompts in an introductory undergraduate course.
  5. Prepared lectures on acting techniques or visual arts concepts — deliver to small undergraduate cohorts using provided curriculum frameworks.
  6. Student class work and introductory assignments — evaluate against established rubrics with guidance from senior faculty in a postsecondary arts program.
  7. Current literature and professional journals in the fine arts — read and summarize to stay abreast of field developments during initial faculty appointment.
  8. Document management and calendar scheduling software — use to organize course materials, track deadlines, and coordinate student communications in an academic department.
  9. Students preparing for entry-level performances or studio critiques — support through structured rehearsal guidance and assignment scaffolding under departmental supervision.
  10. Active listening and social perceptiveness — apply when responding to diverse student needs and questions in a postsecondary arts classroom environment.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Artistic techniques across multiple media or performance styles — explain and demonstrate independently to undergraduate and early graduate students in studio, lab, or rehearsal settings.
  2. Lectures on music theory, art history, or drama fundamentals — prepare and deliver to undergraduate and graduate courses with minimal oversight, adapting content to class proficiency levels.
  3. Grading and formative feedback on student projects, papers, and performances — conduct routinely using self-developed rubrics aligned to departmental learning outcomes.
  4. Student preparation for recitals, exhibitions, or academic assessments — facilitate through individualized coaching sessions and structured rehearsal cycles in a postsecondary context.
  5. Classroom discussions integrating critical theory, cultural context, and interdisciplinary perspectives — moderate with confidence across familiar course topics in an arts department.
  6. Course materials including syllabi, assignment sequences, and multimedia handouts — develop independently using desktop publishing and document management software.
  7. Video creation, music editing, or graphics software — integrate into instructional design to enhance student engagement in technology-supported arts courses.
  8. Professional conferences and collegial dialogue — participate in actively to incorporate emerging disciplinary developments into course content and pedagogy.
  9. Student attendance, grade distributions, and required academic records — manage with full compliance to institutional policy using learning management and scheduling systems.
  10. Learning strategies tailored to varied artistic skill levels — select and apply to improve student outcomes across studio, lecture, and ensemble course formats.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Advanced artistic techniques in specialized performance, studio, or compositional practice — demonstrate and teach autonomously to graduate-level students in a research-intensive postsecondary environment.
  2. Complex, non-routine student performance challenges and creative blocks — diagnose and resolve through individualized mentorship and evidence-based instructional strategies.
  3. Graduate seminars and upper-division lectures on topics spanning art history, philosophy of aesthetics, and communications theory — design and deliver with scholarly depth and pedagogical rigor.
  4. Comprehensive assessment of student theses, capstone performances, and professional portfolios — evaluate using self-constructed, discipline-specific criteria that reflect current field standards.
  5. Sustained Socratic and discipline-specific discourse — initiate and moderate in graduate seminars, pushing students toward original critical and creative thinking across full course sequences.
  6. Multisemester curriculum sequences and program-level learning outcomes — design and refine independently, integrating fine arts knowledge with cross-disciplinary perspectives in psychology, sociology, and media.
  7. Peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and active professional networks — engage with regularly to sustain scholarly currency and incorporate evolving artistic practices into teaching.
  8. Web platform, CAD, computer-based training, and multimedia production tools — deploy strategically to create immersive, technology-enhanced learning environments for arts students.
  9. Inductive and deductive reasoning in artistic problem-solving — model explicitly for students navigating ambiguous creative or interpretive challenges in studio and performance contexts.
  10. Judgment and decision-making in complex student evaluation scenarios — exercise with full autonomy, balancing artistic standards, equity considerations, and institutional accountability requirements.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Departmental curriculum vision and program-level artistic identity — establish and champion across faculty governance structures, aligning postsecondary arts programs with national disciplinary standards and institutional mission.
  2. Faculty hiring, mentorship, and professional development — lead within an arts department, cultivating a culture of pedagogical innovation and scholarly excellence among emerging and mid-career instructors.
  3. Institutional assessment frameworks for fine arts programs — architect and implement, guiding accreditation processes and translating outcomes data into systemic curriculum improvements.
  4. Cross-departmental and interdisciplinary academic initiatives — lead in collaboration with colleagues across communications, humanities, and social sciences to advance integrated arts education at the institutional level.
  5. Strategic partnerships with professional arts organizations, industry stakeholders, and community institutions — cultivate to create experiential learning pipelines and post-graduation pathways for students.
  6. Original scholarly or artistic research at the leading edge of the discipline — produce and disseminate through peer-reviewed venues, positioning the institution as a center of creative and intellectual excellence.
  7. Departmental technology strategy for arts instruction — set and oversee, directing adoption of advanced multimedia, CAD, and web platform tools to keep the program aligned with evolving professional practice.
  8. Complex ethical and equity dilemmas in student assessment, faculty relations, and academic freedom — navigate and resolve, modeling principled judgment and transparent decision-making for the entire arts faculty.
  9. National and international professional conferences and discipline-shaping bodies — represent the institution within, contributing to field-wide conversations that influence postsecondary arts education policy.
  10. Long-range enrollment, resource allocation, and program sustainability plans — develop and execute for arts disciplines, integrating systems analysis and institutional data to ensure enduring program viability.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted lecture drafting — uses an AI tool to generate initial outlines for art history or music fundamentals lectures, then reviews and revises the content before delivery Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Grading support initiation — submits written student assignment descriptions to an AI assistant to receive rubric suggestions, then applies professional judgment to finalize evaluations Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Discussion facilitation prep — directs an AI tool to generate Socratic prompts and discussion scenarios for classroom use, adapting outputs to match the live instructional context Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Performance assessment scaffolding — delegates drafting of assessment criteria and feedback templates for student performances to an AI assistant, then edits outputs to reflect disciplinary standards Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Technique demonstration research — queries AI tools to surface historical and contemporary examples of artistic or musical techniques, then integrates verified examples into live demonstrations Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. High-volume feedback delegation — routes written student project feedback drafts through an AI assistant across a full course section, validating and personalizing each response before return, capturing substantial time savings at scale Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Curriculum sequencing — directs an AI tool to map course learning objectives against performance preparation milestones, then critically reconstructs the sequence using pedagogical expertise Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Adaptive learning strategy design — instructs an AI assistant to generate differentiated instructional strategies for varied student proficiency levels in studio or performance courses, then selects and refines outputs for classroom deployment Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  4. Lecture content augmentation — maintains authorship of all explanatory narration and demonstration while delegating background research synthesis, citation compilation, and slide drafts to an AI tool Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. AI workflow orchestration for course delivery — choreographs AI tools across the full instructional cycle—from syllabus design and lecture drafting to grading rubric generation and student feedback—while retaining expert judgment at every human-facing decision point Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Automation boundary governance — evaluates which instructional tasks in art, drama, and music education fall within AI augmentation range versus those requiring irreducible human demonstration and live relational presence, and sets department-level norms accordingly Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. AI tool evaluation and faculty mentorship — benchmarks AI-assisted workflows against disciplinary outcomes, communicates findings to peers, and trains junior faculty in responsible AI collaboration practices for the studio and lecture environment Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 917
Augment share: 91.7%
Time saved: 84.1%
AI autonomy: 3.19
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Speaking
Score: 48.5 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Human-Technology Interaction
human_technology_interaction
Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Lecture delivery — presents introductory concepts in art history or music fundamentals using prepared notes and basic verbal explanation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Artistic technique demonstration — explains foundational techniques through modeled examples while checking for basic student comprehension O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Written course communication — drafts syllabi and assignment handouts with clear instructional language for undergraduate students Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Classroom discussion facilitation — initiates structured dialogue on artistic works or dramatic theory, adjusting language to match student background Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Performance feedback delivery — communicates evaluative commentary on student performances using discipline-specific vocabulary with growing precision O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Multimodal instruction — integrates verbal, visual, and physical demonstration to convey complex artistic techniques across varied learning contexts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Critical discourse leadership — moderates seminar-level discussions on aesthetic theory or art history, drawing out divergent student perspectives with consistent clarity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-audience communication — adapts lecture content and tone for undergraduate survey courses, graduate seminars, and public-facing departmental events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Assessment communication — delivers written and verbal evaluations of student projects and performances that are specific, actionable, and discipline-grounded O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Scholarly communication — produces and presents original research or creative work at professional conferences, contributing to field-wide discourse Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentorship communication — guides advanced graduate students through complex artistic and academic challenges using tailored, high-stakes dialogue Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Institutional voice — articulates departmental curriculum philosophy and program vision to administrators, accreditation bodies, and community stakeholders Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership11 statements
Emerging
  1. Classroom ownership — takes responsibility for managing a single course section, establishing expectations and daily structure for student artists Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Student preparation oversight — guides students through initial preparation processes for performances or studio critiques with instructor support O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ensemble or cohort leadership — directs student ensembles, theater productions, or studio cohorts toward shared creative and academic outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Curriculum initiative — proposes and develops new course offerings or assignment sequences that respond to emerging developments in the art form Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Peer mentorship facilitation — encourages advanced students to support peers during rehearsals, critiques, or group projects Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Program development leadership — leads curriculum revision processes, integrating current professional standards and pedagogical research into degree programs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Production or exhibition leadership — takes full responsibility for the artistic and logistical outcomes of student performances, galleries, or recitals O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Departmental contribution — serves on faculty committees, advocates for resource allocation, and influences departmental direction through informed participation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Field leadership — shapes institutional and disciplinary norms by leading accreditation reviews, national associations, or transformative curriculum initiatives Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Faculty mentorship — develops early-career faculty through structured observation, feedback, and collaborative teaching within the arts department Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Visionary program stewardship — redesigns degree programs to align artistic training with evolving professional landscapes and equity imperatives Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition11 statements
Emerging
  1. Instructional self-monitoring — reflects on the effectiveness of individual lessons after delivery and identifies one or two areas for adjustment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Discipline learning awareness — recognizes gaps in own pedagogical knowledge relative to assigned course content and seeks foundational resources Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Teaching strategy evaluation — systematically reviews which instructional approaches produce the strongest student artistic growth and adjusts accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Creative process reflection — models metacognitive awareness of one's own artistic practice for students, articulating how artistic decisions are made and revised Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional development planning — identifies targeted areas for growth in both disciplinary expertise and teaching craft and pursues relevant opportunities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Pedagogical pattern recognition — identifies recurring student misconceptions across cohorts and restructures instructional sequences to preemptively address them Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Scholarly self-assessment — evaluates own research or creative output against field standards and adjusts scholarly agenda based on critical feedback Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Learning strategy calibration — selects and applies differentiated instructional methods based on explicit reasoning about student cognition and artistic development stages Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Meta-pedagogical modeling — teaches graduate students and teaching assistants to reflect on their own instructional and artistic decision-making processes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Sustained intellectual self-regulation — maintains a documented reflective practice across teaching, research, and creative work that informs long-term professional growth Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Curriculum metacognition — evaluates entire program structures for coherence and alignment with intended learning outcomes through systematic self-critical review Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking11 statements
Emerging
  1. Artwork analysis — identifies formal elements and contextual factors in student or historical works using introductory critical frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Assignment evaluation — applies stated rubric criteria to grade student work, distinguishing between technical execution and conceptual intent O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Aesthetic argument construction — guides students in building evidence-based interpretations of artistic works within historical and cultural contexts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Curriculum logic evaluation — assesses whether course sequencing and learning objectives align with disciplinary competency standards and student outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Literature synthesis — reads and synthesizes current scholarship in art, drama, or music to update instructional content with well-reasoned selections O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Critical critique facilitation — leads studio or performance critiques in which students examine assumptions, challenge interpretations, and defend artistic choices with evidence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Scholarly evaluation — reviews creative and academic submissions for publication, conference presentation, or grant review with rigorous disciplinary judgment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Instructional problem diagnosis — analyzes patterns in student performance data to identify root causes of learning gaps and design targeted interventions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Field-critical contribution — produces original scholarship that challenges prevailing assumptions in the discipline and advances critical discourse Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Programmatic reasoning — constructs a coherent intellectual rationale for curriculum architecture that withstands accreditation and peer scrutiny Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Cross-disciplinary synthesis — integrates critical frameworks from psychology, history, and media studies to deepen students' analytical engagement with artistic practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration11 statements
Emerging
  1. Departmental participation — attends faculty meetings and contributes basic input on course scheduling, student concerns, and shared resources Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Student ensemble cooperation — supports collaborative student art-making or performance projects by clarifying roles and group expectations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Interdisciplinary co-teaching — partners with colleagues in adjacent disciplines to design and deliver integrated courses or joint projects Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Student-centered collaboration — structures group critique sessions, ensemble rehearsals, or collaborative studio work so that all voices contribute equitably Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Community partnership coordination — works with external arts organizations to create experiential learning opportunities for students O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Curriculum committee collaboration — co-develops program revisions with faculty colleagues, balancing diverse pedagogical philosophies and disciplinary priorities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-institutional project leadership — collaborates with faculty at partner institutions on joint productions, exhibitions, or research initiatives Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Advising team participation — works within academic advising and graduate faculty structures to support student progression through shared decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Field-wide collaborative leadership — organizes and facilitates national or international collaborative projects that advance the discipline and elevate institutional profile Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentorship network cultivation — builds cross-institutional mentorship communities connecting graduate students with professional artists and scholars Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Institutional bridge-building — develops sustained partnerships between the department and professional arts industries, alumni networks, and civic organizations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character11 statements
Emerging
  1. Academic integrity enforcement — maintains consistent grading standards and upholds institutional academic honesty policies in all student evaluations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Attendance and record accuracy — keeps accurate student attendance and grade records, submitting required documentation on time O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Equitable assessment practice — applies evaluation criteria consistently across student populations regardless of background, identity, or artistic style Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional boundary maintenance — navigates student-faculty relationships with clear, ethical boundaries appropriate to a postsecondary arts context Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Accountability in feedback — delivers honest, constructive critique of student work even when the message is difficult, without resorting to deflection or vagueness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Inclusive studio culture — creates classroom and studio environments where all students are treated with dignity and diverse artistic perspectives are respected Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Ethical creative guidance — advises students on intellectual property, attribution, appropriation, and representation with principled discipline-specific reasoning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Transparent grading — communicates assessment rationale openly, ensuring students understand how evaluative judgments are formed and can contest them fairly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Departmental ethics leadership — models and advocates for ethical standards in faculty hiring, curriculum design, and student welfare decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional integrity exemplar — serves as a visible model of scholarly and artistic integrity within the institution and the broader professional community Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Equity-driven advocacy — champions systemic changes to departmental policies that address historical inequities in access, representation, and recognition in the arts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity11 statements
Emerging
  1. Assignment design variation — constructs assignments that offer students multiple pathways to demonstrate artistic learning beyond single prescribed formats Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Technique experimentation — introduces students to non-traditional or experimental approaches alongside canonical techniques during initial instruction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Innovative project framing — designs studio projects, performance assignments, or dramatic exercises that provoke genuine creative risk-taking in students Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-medium exploration — encourages students to explore connections between disciplines such as visual art, movement, and sound in collaborative projects Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Personal artistic practice maintenance — sustains an active creative practice that generates original work and informs the vitality of teaching Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Curriculum innovation — redesigns course structures using unconventional pedagogical formats such as immersive studios, flipped critique models, or community-engaged projects Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Creative problem-solving modeling — demonstrates divergent thinking in response to artistic challenges, showing students how to move through creative blocks productively Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Interdisciplinary curriculum design — creates course sequences that intentionally disrupt disciplinary silos and invite hybrid artistic inquiry Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Field-advancing creative contribution — produces original creative work recognized at the national or international level that expands the boundaries of the discipline Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Paradigm-shifting pedagogy — develops and disseminates novel teaching methodologies that redefine how the discipline is taught at the postsecondary level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Creative culture stewardship — cultivates a departmental environment where risk-taking, experimentation, and failure are embedded as pedagogical values Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset11 statements
Emerging
  1. Feedback receptivity — receives peer observation notes and student course evaluations with openness and identifies at least one actionable improvement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Skill development pursuit — enrolls in workshops, master classes, or pedagogy training to strengthen areas of developing instructional competence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Iterative course revision — revises syllabi, assignments, and instructional strategies each term based on evidence of student learning outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Challenge normalization — explicitly frames artistic struggle and creative failure as productive learning experiences for students during critique and rehearsal Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Literature engagement — reads current scholarship and attends professional conferences to continuously update disciplinary and pedagogical knowledge O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Resilience modeling — shares examples of personal artistic and scholarly setbacks with students to normalize effort-based persistence in creative practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Pedagogical experimentation — implements new teaching approaches drawn from current research, evaluates their effectiveness, and shares findings with colleagues Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Long-arc student development — tracks student growth over semesters or years, celebrating incremental progress and reframing plateaus as part of mastery development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Growth culture institutionalization — leads departmental initiatives that build a program-wide culture of continuous improvement in both teaching and artistic practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentorship through challenge — coaches graduate students and junior faculty through significant professional setbacks, transforming adversity into developmental milestones Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Lifelong learning advocacy — contributes to field-wide conversations about how arts education can better foster adaptive, growth-oriented artistic identities in students Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness11 statements
Emerging
  1. Classroom presence — maintains attentive focus during student performances and critiques, avoiding distraction and modeling engaged listening Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional awareness in feedback — pauses to consider emotional impact before delivering critical feedback on student creative work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Intentional pacing — manages the tempo of studio sessions, lectures, and rehearsals with deliberate attention to student energy and engagement levels Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress-aware mentorship — recognizes signs of performance anxiety or creative block in students and responds with measured, grounding interventions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Present-focused critique — facilitates critique sessions that remain grounded in the work at hand rather than drifting into abstract or comparative evaluation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Emotional regulation under pressure — maintains composure and pedagogical clarity during high-stakes events such as final performances, juries, or thesis exhibitions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Attentive active listening — demonstrates full-attention listening during student conferences and class discussions, reflecting back understanding before responding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Mindful feedback sequencing — structures critique and assessment interactions with intentional progression from observation to interpretation to evaluation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Somatic awareness integration — incorporates body-centered or mindfulness-based practices into arts pedagogy, drawing on research in performer wellness and creative cognition Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Contemplative curriculum design — embeds reflective practices such as journaling, meditation, or process documentation into course design to deepen student self-awareness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Departmental wellbeing leadership — advocates for and implements faculty and student wellness practices that sustain creative and intellectual vitality across the program Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude11 statements
Emerging
  1. Constructive criticism absorption — receives critical feedback on teaching observations or creative work without disengagement, returning to the task with renewed effort Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Workload persistence — maintains instructional quality and course obligations during high-demand periods such as end-of-semester evaluations and production weeks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ambiguity tolerance in creative pedagogy — continues to guide students through open-ended artistic projects even when outcomes are uncertain and processes are messy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Tenure-track resilience — sustains productive scholarly and creative output alongside full teaching loads and service responsibilities without abandoning long-term goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Difficult classroom navigation — maintains instructional momentum and relational stability when student conflicts, failures, or emotional crises disrupt the learning environment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Creative risk-taking under scrutiny — pursues unconventional artistic or scholarly projects despite institutional skepticism or peer resistance, seeing them through to completion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Student advocacy persistence — continues to advocate for struggling students' needs within institutional systems even when bureaucratic barriers are significant Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Sustained artistic practice — maintains an active, evolving creative practice through the sustained demands of a full postsecondary teaching career Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Institutional change courage — challenges unjust departmental norms or inequitable practices with sustained, principled advocacy even in the face of institutional resistance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Long-range scholarly endurance — completes ambitious multi-year research or creative projects requiring sustained motivation across uncertainty, funding gaps, and critical setbacks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Crisis leadership in the arts — guides a department, program, or student body through existential challenges such as budget cuts, accreditation threats, or public controversy with steady resolve Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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RAPIDS apprenticeships
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O*NET skills
SpeakingInstructingLearning StrategiesActive LearningActive ListeningReading ComprehensionWritingMonitoringTime ManagementCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingCoordinationSystems Analysis
Knowledge domains
Fine ArtsEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguageCommunications and MediaPsychologyHistory and ArcheologyPhilosophy and TheologyComputers and ElectronicsSociology and Anthropology
Abilities
Oral ExpressionWritten ExpressionWritten ComprehensionSpeech ClarityOral ComprehensionOriginalityNear VisionSpeech RecognitionInductive ReasoningDeductive Reasoning
Work styles
InnovationSocial OrientationDependabilityIntellectual CuriosityEmpathyCooperation
Technology
Document management softwareVideo creation and editing softwareMusic or sound editing softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareDesktop publishing softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareComputer based training softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareWeb platform development software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Explain and demonstrate artistic techniques.
  2. Evaluate and grade students' class work, performances, projects, assignments, and papers.
  3. Prepare students for performances, exams, or assessments.
  4. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  5. Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as acting techniques, fundamentals of music, and art history.
  6. Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  7. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
  8. Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
CIP education codes
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