Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

About the Role

Mathematical Science Teachers at the postsecondary level educate students in advanced mathematical concepts and applications through lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities.

Other Common Titles

Mathematics Instructor
Mathematics Professor
Mathematics Lecturer
Math Educator
Postsecondary Mathematics Instructor

Typical Tasks

Deliver lectures on advanced mathematical theories and applications
Develop and update course syllabi and instructional materials
Evaluate and grade student assignments and exams
Advise students on academic and career paths
Conduct research and publish findings in academic journals
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development
Participate in departmental and university meetings
Support students during office hours to address their questions and challenges

Notable People

Paul Erdős – A prolific Hungarian mathematician who contributed significantly to various areas of mathematics and inspired many through his teaching and collaboration.
Terence Tao – An Australian-American mathematician known for his work in harmonic analysis, partial differential equations, and additive combinatorics; awarded the Fields Medal.
Mary Cartwright – A British mathematician famous for her work in nonlinear differential equations and chaos theory, and one of the first women to make significant inroads in mathematics.

Recommended Resources

Principles of Mathematics
A foundational textbook covering the essential principles of mathematics, suitable for aspiring mathematics educators.
Math Ed Podcast
A podcast focused on mathematics education topics, featuring discussions with leading educators and researchers.
The Mathematical Association of America
A professional organization that provides resources, publications, and opportunities for mathematics educators.