Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Education & Training · Teaching/Training
Pay and outlook shown for
New workers start near $38,230; experienced workers reach $121,730. About 310 people do this job in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX.
Job outlook
Alamo region (San Antonio and 12 surrounding counties), Texas Workforce Commission projection 2024 to 2034; U.S. figures from the BLS.
- Employment change
- +4.2%
- Openings a year
- 31
- Employed in 2024
- 402
Typical entry education: Doctoral or professional degree
Alamo Colleges programs that lead here
6 programs, with the college that teaches each.
Skills this career uses
The skills O*NET rates most important for the job, with how much of each the work needs on a 1 to 7 scale.
- Mathematics4.9
- Speaking4.4
- Reading Comprehension4.9
- Instructing4.3
- Active Listening4.0
- Writing4.8
- Learning Strategies4.3
- Critical Thinking4.1
What the work is
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.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as linear algebra, differential equations, and discrete mathematics.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Education people in this job have
Share of workers by highest education, from O*NET surveys. It shows what others did, not what you must do.
- Bachelor's degree10%
- Master's degree43%
- Doctoral or professional47%
Job zone 5, extensive preparation: A graduate or professional degree, usually after a bachelor's.
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