Automation index
How much of a Teacher’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already prep materials, sort notes, and write a first summary. The class, the source, and the patient still need someone in the room.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Teacher
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#172 / 623
View rankingTeacher
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 22% | +1.3 |
Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 22% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 49% | 28% | +13.7 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- teach class
- mark students
- lesson plans
- teach
- ICT hardware specifications
- e-learning
- learning difficulties
- computer science
- post-secondary school procedures
- ICT software specifications
Sources for this job· O*NET 25-2031.00· ESCO/ISCO 2330
IS WORK OVER?
Hairdresser
14%
#619 / 623
View rankingHairdresser
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Diary, client cards and salon social posts.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Advise cut and colour from references.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 22% | +3.1 |
Cut, style and finish in the chair.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 24% | 6% | +1.4 |
Colour, highlights and treatments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 8% | +1.4 |
Hygiene, sterilisation and till.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 10% | +1.4 |
Care, retention and handling complaints.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 14% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- cut hair
- colour hair
- haircut
- barbering
- Diary, client cards and salon social posts
- Advise cut and colour from references
- Cut, style and finish in the chair
- Colour, highlights and treatments
- Hygiene, sterilisation and till
- Care, retention and handling complaints
Sources for this job· O*NET 39-5012.00· ESCO/ISCO 5141