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Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Job Zone 5 - Extensive preparation needed

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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.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $79,940/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$49,180$139,340

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +2.3% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.

About 4,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills
MathematicsSpeakingReading ComprehensionInstructingActive ListeningCritical ThinkingWritingMonitoringLearning StrategiesActive Learning
Top knowledge areas
MathematicsEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementPhysicsPsychology
Core tasks

• Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.

• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

• Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as linear algebra, differential equations, and discrete mathematics.

• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.

• Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.

• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.

• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.

• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary?

The median pay for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary is $79,940 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary?

Employment for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary is projected to change +2.3% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.

What education is typically required for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary?

Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree.

How many job openings are there each year for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary?

About 4,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.