Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 10/7/2026
AI Resilience Score for Middle School Teachers:
46.7%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Low
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Med
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Med
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Most data sources align, with only minor variation. This is a well-supported result.
AI Resilience Report forMiddle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
$64,370 median salary•38,800 annual openings•SOC Code: 25-2022.00
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 8 sources.
Middle school teaching is labeled "Somewhat Resilient" because AI is already changing real parts of the job, even if it is not replacing teachers altogether. Tools that handle grading, feedback, and creating lesson materials are being adopted quickly, which means the paperwork and resource-building side of teaching will shrink over time.
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This role is somewhat resilient
Middle school teaching is labeled "Somewhat Resilient" because AI is already changing real parts of the job, even if it is not replacing teachers altogether. Tools that handle grading, feedback, and creating lesson materials are being adopted quickly, which means the paperwork and resource-building side of teaching will shrink over time.
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Latest AI news for Middle School Teachers
These articles highlight how AI can empower middle school teachers by automating routine tasks, like lesson planning and grading, allowing more time for meaningful student interaction. For instance, teachers in North Dakota report increased engagement with students due to reduced administrative burdens. Moreover, insights from educators using AI tools suggest that while challenges exist, the technology can enhance teaching creativity and effectiveness. Embracing AI can foster resilience in your teaching career, ensuring you adapt and thrive in an evolving educational landscape.
Most K-12 teachers say AI's impact on education will eclipse the internet or computers
www.npr.org • 6/5/2026
A new NPR/Ipsos poll shows many teachers are using AI to save time, but a majority are also worried the technology is making it harder for...
Challenge or threat? The double-edged sword effect of AI use on innovative teaching behavior among primary and secondary school teachers in China | Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
www.nature.com • 3/27/2026
With the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into educational practice, its influence on teachers' innovative teaching...
North Dakota Schools Say AI Is Giving Teachers More Time With Students
www.governing.com • 11/5/2025
By automating tasks like lesson planning, grading and progress tracking, classrooms in North Dakota are freeing up instructor hours.
Artificial intelligence education in Georgia middle schools - Touretzky - 2025 - AI Magazine
onlinelibrary.wiley.com • 7/14/2025
In a partnership between four universities, the Georgia Department of Education, and nine Georgia school districts, we developed a 9-week...
‘I Don’t Get Burnt Out as Much:' How These Teachers Use AI in Their Daily Work
www.edweek.org • 2/14/2025
See how three teachers use generative AI tools to save time and enrich teaching and learning.
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Career: Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
They teach subjects like math, science, and English to middle school students, helping them understand and learn important skills for future education.
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Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$64,370
Jobs (2025)
630,100
Growth (2025-35)
-0.4%
Annual Openings
38,800
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
1
Perform administrative duties, such as school library assistance, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
2
Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
3
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
4
Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees, as required.
5
Coordinate and supervise extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
6
Provide students with disabilities with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
7
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
