Optimization analysis of teachers' professional growth path based on artificial intelligence technology

With the rapid development of artificial intelligence technology, the field of education is undergoing profound changes. As the core of educational innovation, college teachers need to closely integrate their professional growth path with intelligent technology to meet the challenges and opportunities of the new era. Based on the systematic combing of existing literature, this study proposes the optimization path for the professional growth of college teachers empowered by artificial intelligence technology. First, the potential of AI technology in promoting teachers' professional development is explored from three aspects: personalized growth path design, intelligent training platform construction, and educational data analysis and performance evaluation. Second, the challenges in the process of technology application are analyzed, including the difficulty of technology integration, ethical and privacy issues, and the adaptability of teachers' role transformation. Finally, the study summarizes the key directions for optimizing the professional growth path of college teachers, emphasizing the construction of a theoretical framework and practical strategies for AI-centered teacher growth. In conclusion, this paper provides theoretical support and practical reference for teachers' professional development in the era of artificial intelligence.