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Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in California

Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in California

Want to work as a Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in California? Here’s what you need to know. 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 do Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary Make in California?

For mathematical science teachers, postsecondary working in California, the typical annual salary is $130,750 per year.

Wage Statistic Annual Hourly
10th percentile $74,440 n/a
25th percentile $99,190 n/a
Median (50th) $130,750 $0.00
75th percentile $182,520 n/a
90th percentile n/a n/a
Salary ranges for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in California

The location quotient — a measure of how concentrated this occupation is in California compared to the national average — is 0.68, meaning fewer mathematical science teachers, postsecondary per worker than the national average.

National Wage Comparison

Nationally, mathematical science teachers, postsecondary earn a median of $40,564 per year ($19.50/hour), above the California median.

Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary earnings in California vs. the national average

Employment Outlook

Nationally, total employment in this occupation is 85,074 mathematical science teachers, postsecondary across the United States. In California alone, approximately 3,910 people work in this role. That puts the state above the typical state, which employs around 620 mathematical science teachers, postsecondary.

Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary in California vs. the average state Forecasted number of jobs for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Top California Metros for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

The largest metro-area employers of mathematical science teachers, postsecondary in California.

Metro Area Number Employed Annual Median Salary
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA 1,430 $130,430
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA 690 $134,670
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA 350 $133,360
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA 320 $159,860
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA 270 $108,960
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA 160 $120,750
Fresno, CA 90 $133,150
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA 90 $158,380
Bakersfield-Delano, CA 50 $132,520
Visalia, CA 40 $160,020

Top States for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary Employment

View the states that employ the most mathematical science teachers, postsecondary work.

State Number Employed
Texas 4,560
New York 4,170
Florida 4,110
California 3,910
Illinois 2,230
Pennsylvania 2,090
North Carolina 1,830
Massachusetts 1,750
New Jersey 1,580
Michigan 1,490
Ohio 1,440
Virginia 1,430
Georgia 1,210
Indiana 990
Alabama 960
Colorado 900
Tennessee 900
South Carolina 860
Maryland 840
Arizona 830

Highest-Paying States for Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Where mathematical science teachers, postsecondary earn the most: mathematical science teachers, postsecondary.

State Annual Median Salary
California $130,750
Alaska $102,090
New York $99,460
New Jersey $97,310
Rhode Island $92,220
Michigan $90,950
Oregon $90,200
Connecticut $87,450
New Hampshire $83,250
Minnesota $82,470

Skills

The most important mathematical science teachers, postsecondary skills, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Mathematics  4.2 / 5
0
5
Speaking  4.1 / 5
0
5
Instructing  4.0 / 5
0
5
Active Listening  4.0 / 5
0
5
Reading Comprehension  4.0 / 5
0
5
Critical Thinking  3.9 / 5
0
5

Knowledge Areas

Important knowledge areas for this occupation, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Mathematics  4.9 / 5
0
5
Education and Training  4.2 / 5
0
5
English Language  3.8 / 5
0
5
Computers and Electronics  3.4 / 5
0
5
Customer and Personal Service  2.7 / 5
0
5
Administration and Management  2.4 / 5
0
5

Abilities

Top abilities for mathematical science teachers, postsecondary, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Mathematical Reasoning  4.2 / 5
0
5
Oral Expression  4.1 / 5
0
5
Number Facility  4.1 / 5
0
5
Oral Comprehension  4.0 / 5
0
5
Written Comprehension  4.0 / 5
0
5
Deductive Reasoning  4.0 / 5
0
5

Daily Tasks

Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary typically:

  • 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.
  • Keep abreast of developments and technological advances in the mathematical field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
  • Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.

Work Activities

  • Training and Teaching Others
  • Getting Information
  • Working with Computers
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Thinking Creatively
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Coaching and Developing Others
  • Analyzing Data or Information
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Documenting/Recording Information

Tools & Technology

Common tools and software used in this occupation include: Hot technologies: Google Docs, Microsoft Access In-demand technologies: Learning management system LMS

What Major Will Prepare You For This Career?

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Also Known As

Actuarial Science Professor, Actuarial Science Teacher, Adjunct Instructor, Adjunct Lecturer, Adjunct Mathematics Instructor, Adjunct Mathematics Professor (Adjunct Math Professor), Adjunct Professor, Algebra Teacher, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Biometry Teacher, Biostatistics Professor, Biostatistics Teacher, Calculus Professor, Calculus Teacher.

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