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High School Science Teacher

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March 29, 2024 Updated June 1, 2024 3 minute read

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High School Science Teachers facilitate scientific learning and help shape the next generation of scientists and engineers. If you have a passion for science and enjoy working with young people, this career path could be a great fit for you.

Education and Training

The most common way to become a High School Science Teacher is to earn a bachelor's degree in science education, followed by a teaching credential. Some colleges and universities offer combined programs that allow you to earn both your degree and teaching credential in five years.

Skills and Knowledge

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Salaries for High School Science Teacher

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$64,500

$84,000

$110,000

$84,000

San Francisco

$86,000

$103,000

$134,000

$103,000

Seattle

$69,000

$90,000

$115,000

$90,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$64,500

$84,000

$110,000

$84,000

San Francisco

$86,000

$103,000

$134,000

$103,000

Seattle

$69,000

$90,000

$115,000

$90,000

Austin

$58,500

$74,000

$95,000

$74,000

Toronto

$72,000

$92,000

$110,000

$92,000

London

£29,000

£36,000

£43,000

£36,000

Paris

€40,000

€44,500

€51,000

€44,500

Berlin

€56,000

€63,000

€70,000

€63,000

Tel Aviv

₪54,200

₪60,000

₪68,300

₪60,000

Singapore

S$38,000

S$45,000

S$60,000

S$45,000

Beijing

¥76,300

¥104,000

¥138,000

¥104,000

Shanghai

¥120,000

¥140,000

¥180,000

¥140,000

Shenzhen

¥66,400

¥89,000

¥145,000

¥89,000

Bengalaru

₹115,000

₹158,000

₹206,000

₹158,000

Delhi

₹1,190,000

₹2,200,000

₹3,650,000

₹2,200,000

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Path to High School Science Teacher

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We've curated three courses to help you on your path to High School Science Teacher. Use these to develop your skills, build background knowledge, and put what you learn to practice.

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Conceptual Change: How New Ideas Take Root

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