Career overview
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
O*NET-SOC 25-1022.00
Median pay / yr$79,350
OutlookBelow Average
Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
What it takes
The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary.
Skills employers look for
- MathematicsUsing mathematics to solve problems.
- SpeakingTalking to others to convey information effectively.
- Active ListeningGiving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- InstructingTeaching others how to do something.
- Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Knowledge areas
- MathematicsKnowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- Education and TrainingKnowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
- Computers and ElectronicsKnowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Certifications that help you get hired
Not sure this fits? FirstEmbark's free quiz matches you to careers based on what you actually enjoy — no account needed.