About This Career Path
Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
STEM
Teach courses in biological sciences.
STEM Area of Interest
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Average
$79,630
ANNUAL
Entry Level
$48,990
ANNUAL
Mid Level
$63,670
ANNUAL
Expert Level
$123,630
ANNUAL
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
1,140
Projected job openings through 2030
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
01
Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
02
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as molecular biology, marine biology, and botany.
03
Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
04
Prepare materials for laboratory activities and course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
05
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
06
Supervise students' laboratory work.
07
Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
08
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
09
Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
10
Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
11
Assist students who need extra help with their coursework outside of class.
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Biology
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
Chemistry
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Instructing
SKILL
Learning Strategies
SKILL
Active Learning
SKILL
Active Listening
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Expression
STEM
Not sure where to begin?
Career Exploration