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Have you ever thought of becoming a math teacher?
If you:
are really good with numbers
enjoy teaching others
are always ready to learn new things...
...then becoming a math teacher could be a fulfilling career for you!
The Job
Math teachers instruct students in mathematical concepts and theories, critical thinking and problem-solving techniques.
They teach arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, probability, calculus and many other mathematical subjects.
Photo by Kenny Eliason on UnsplashOther than teaching, a math teacher is often responsible for:
Lesson planning
Student assessment
Grading
Curriculum development
Classroom management
Parent and administrator communication
Professional development
Event/activity supervision
There will be days when your schedule is packed and demanding, and other days that are more relaxed.
Did you know?
As a math teacher, you might get to organize fun activities for your class during the International Day of Math on March 14 every year.
The Workplace
Math teachers can be employed at a variety of teaching and learning organizations.
K-12 Schools
Public or private elementary and high schools will likely have opportunities.
Higher Education Institutions
Community colleges and universities have many teaching positions available.
Tutoring Service Providers
Consider working at educational service providers that provide tutoring for individuals or small groups.
Online Learning Platforms
With the rise of online education, many learning platforms and virtual schools offer opportunities to teach remotely.
The Pay
Salaries of math teachers can vary based on factors such as:
work experience
qualifications
location
type of educational institution they work at
Is It For Me?
Teaching math isn't for everyone.
Consider this career if you:
Enjoy working with people
Want to make a difference in students' lives
Like to challenge yourself
Want a stable career
Look for another job if you:
Don't enjoy problem-solving and critical thinking
Don't have enough patience and empathy when teaching others
Aren't detail-oriented
Don't want to spend off-hour time grading and correcting papers
Who's the Best Fit?
Kamran
Likes working with others
Enjoys building things with his hands
Dislikes taking on challenges
Maeve
Enjoys working alone
Fluent in 3 languages
Is detail-oriented
Gina
Has excellent problem-solving skills
Very patient with others
Passionate about math
Tyler
Likes outdoor activities
Writes a blog
Prefers remote jobs so he can travel freely
Quiz
Which of the 4 people above suits the best as a math teacher?
Gina would be the best fit for a math teacher as she loves math, is patient when teaching, and has great problem-solving skills. Maeve would be less suited to the role because math teachers need to constantly work with others. Kamran doesn’t like new challenges and enjoys constructing things more than teaching. Tyler doesn’t want to work in a role that is stuck to one location and he prefers writing more than teaching.
Take Action
Does it sound like teaching math could be a good career for you?
If yes, start building your expertise and qualifications from today onwards!
This Byte has been authored by
Evelina Wongosari
Learning Designer | Project Manager