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Occupation #1

Instructional coordinators

2012 Median Pay

$60,050 per year

$28.87 per hour

Entry-Level Education

Masters degree

On-the-Job Training

5 years or more

Number of Jobs, 2012

None

Job Outlook, 2012-22

13% ( as fast as average )

Employment Change, 2012 - 2020

18,500

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Develop and coordinate implementation of curriculum

Plan, organize, and conduct teacher training conferences or workshops

Observe and evaluate teachers instruction and analyze student test data

Assess and discuss implementation of education standards with school staff

Review and recommend textbooks and other educational materials

Recommend teaching techniques and the use of different or new technologies

Develop procedures for teachers to implement curriculum

Train teachers and other instructional staff in new content or programs

Mentor or coach teachers to improve their skills

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Education
Most employers, particularly public schools, require instructional coordinators to have a
masters degree, typically in education or curriculum and instruction. Some instructional
coordinators have a degree in the field they plan to specialize in, such as math or history.
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Instructional coordinators in public schools may be required to have a license, such as a
teaching license or an education administrator license. For information about teaching
licenses, see the profile on high school teachers. For information about education
administrator licenses, see the profile on elementary, middle, and high school principals
Important Qualities
Most instructional coordinators need several years of related work experience. Depending
on the position, experience working as a teacher or as a principal may be helpful. For
some positions, experience teaching a specific subject or grade level may be required.

The median annual wage for instructional coordinators was $60,050 in May 2012. The
median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than
that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $34,370, and the
top 10 percent earned more than $93,500.

Employment, 2012:
147,700
Projected Employment, 2022:
166,200
Change in Percent:
13
Change in Numbers (Numeric):
18,500

Occupation #2

Automotive Service Technicians and mechanics

2012 Median Pay

$36,610 per year

Entry-Level Education

High school diploma or equivalent

On-the-Job Training

Long term on-the-job training

Number of Jobs, 2012

701,100

Job Outlook, 2012-22

9%(as fast as average)

Employment Change, 2012 - 2020

60,400

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Identify mechanical problems, often by using computerized diagnostic

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equipment

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Test parts and systems to ensure that they are working properly

Follow checklists to ensure that all critical parts are examined

Perform basic care and maintenance, including changing oil, giving tune-ups,
checking fluid levels, and rotating tires

Repair or replace worn parts, such as brake pads and wheel bearings

Disassemble and reassemble parts

Use testing equipment to ensure that repairs and maintenance are effective

Explain to clients their automotive problems and the repairs done on their
vehicles

Education
A high school diploma or the equivalent is typically the minimum requirement for
someone to work as an automotive service technician or mechanic. High school courses in
automotive repair, electronics, computers, mathematics, and English provide a good
background for prospective service technicians. However, high school graduates often
need further training to become fully qualified.

Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

Technicians must have at least 2 years of experience

Important Qualities (only what is bold)

Customer-service skills
Detail oriented
Dexterity
Mechanical skills
Troubleshooting skills

The median annual wage for automotive service technicians and mechanics was $36,610
in May 2012. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation
earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than
$20,810, and the top 10 percent earned more than $60,070.

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Employment, 2012:

701,100

Projected Employment, 2022:

761,500
Change in Percent:

Change in Numbers (Numeric):

60,400

Occupation #3

Police and detectives

2012 Median Pay

$56,980 per year

$27.40 per hour

Entry-Level Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

On-the-Job Training
Number of Jobs, 2012

780,000

Job Outlook, 2012-22

5%(slower than average)

Employment Change, 2012 - 2020

41,400

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Uniformedpoliceofficerstypicallydothefollowing:

Enforcelaws

Respondtoemergencyandnonemergencycalls

Patrolassignedareas

Conducttrafficstopsandissuecitations

Obtainwarrantsandarrestsuspects

Writedetailedreportsandfilloutforms

Preparecasesandtestifyincourt

Detectivesandcriminalinvestigatorstypicallydothefollowing:

Investigatecrimes

Collectandsecureevidencefromcrimescenes

Conductinterviewswithsuspectsandwitnesses

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Observetheactivitiesofsuspects

Obtainwarrantsandarrestsuspects

Writedetailedreportsandfilloutforms

Preparecasesandtestifyincourt

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