Mathematics Teacher

A Mathematics Teacher educates students in mathematical concepts, covering topics like algebra, geometry, and calculus, typically in secondary schools. They are responsible for developing lesson plans, assessing student performance, and creating engaging learning experiences.

Mathematics Teachers adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning needs and collaborate with other educators to enhance the curriculum, aiming to build strong problem-solving skills in students.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a mathematics teacher?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Bachelor of Mathematics (Honours)
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $4,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Quantitative Researcher Statistician
Investment Analyst Mathematics Teacher
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Quantitative Researcher Statistician Investment Analyst Mathematics Teacher + 2 more

Bachelor of Arts (Mathematics)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,408
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mathematics Teacher Mathematician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mathematics Teacher Mathematician

Bachelor of Science (Applied Mathematics)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $123,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Operations Research Analyst Quantitative Analyst Quantitative Researcher
Risk Analyst Mathematics Teacher Financial Engineer Mathematical Modeller
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Operations Research Analyst Quantitative Analyst Quantitative Researcher Risk Analyst Mathematics Teacher Financial Engineer Mathematical Modeller + 4 more

Bachelor of Science (Mathematics)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $123,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomathematician Mathematician Quantitative Analyst
Mathematics Teacher Quantitative Researcher Theoretical Physicist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomathematician Mathematician Quantitative Analyst Mathematics Teacher Quantitative Researcher Theoretical Physicist + 3 more

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Applied Mathematics)
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $8,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Applied Mathematician Operations Research Analyst Mathematics Teacher
Data Scientist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Applied Mathematician Operations Research Analyst Mathematics Teacher Data Scientist + 1 more

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Mathematics)
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $9,120
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Mathematician Mathematics Teacher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Mathematician Mathematics Teacher

Bachelor of Mathematics
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $17,790
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Mathematical Modeller Mathematician
Mathematics Teacher Game Mathematician Computational Physicist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Scientist Mathematical Modeller Mathematician Mathematics Teacher Game Mathematician Computational Physicist + 3 more

Graduate Certificate in Mathematics
On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $15,344
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Actuarial Analyst Operations Research Analyst Data Scientist
Mathematics Teacher
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Actuarial Analyst Operations Research Analyst Data Scientist Mathematics Teacher + 1 more

Bachelor of Science (Advanced) (Mathematics)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $30,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mathematician Mathematics Teacher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mathematician Mathematics Teacher

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) (Mathematics)
Blended, On Campus
4 years
$0 - $38,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mathematics Teacher Quantitative Researcher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mathematics Teacher Quantitative Researcher
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