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A teacher hard at work
What is this occupation?
A High School Chemistry teacher is
one who teaches, or instructs, science, particularly chemistry,
to students.
How is it related to Chemistry?
This job is related to chemistry because
a chemistry teacher teaches the subject of chemistry. They
teach from the simple basics of the subject to the more complex
issues.
What educational background is needed?
All 50 states require teachers to have
a bachelor's degree or have completed an approved teacher-training
program with a certain amount of credits. They get better
salaries and positions if they have a master's degree. All
public school teachers in the United States are also required
to be licensed. Private schools may not require this. Each
state also has their own laws regarding their education and
their teaching skills.
What is an average salary?
The median annual earnings of a secondary
school teacher range from $37,610 to $42,080.
- Lowest 10% -> $23,320 - $28,460.
- Highest 10% -> $57,590-$64,920.
- Average of beginning teacher with
bachelor's degree -> $27,989.
- Average overall salary -> $41,820.
What are the working conditions?
Chemistry teachers have many different
aspects to their work. They teach students in classrooms in
a formal education environment. But besides this location,
they also conduct experiments with their students in labs.
Many times, teachers feel isolated because they teach independently
in their classrooms. Although some feel this way, many others
socialize with the other professionals in their school during
free periods, breaks, lunchtime, and even out of school.
What is the job outlook?
Although there is currently intense
competition for good teachers, the job outlook is excellent.
During the next 10 years many teachers are expected to retire
creating many vacancies to fill. There are also many children
who are constantly growing and needing education.
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