Can I Teach Online Math Courses as an Engineer With a Master’s Degree?
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Question:
I have an undergraduate degree in Mathematics and Statistics and a master’s degree in Production Operations of Management from UT Knoxville, which I earned over 21 years ago. I have worked in the engineering field for the past 20 years. During my employment, I taught statistics, algebra and basic math classes. I am very interested in teaching math courses online.
Answer:
It sounds as if you’re well qualified to teach online math courses at the college level–is that where your interest lies? Online classes in K-12 require faculty with teacher licenses in their respective states.
Online colleges, however, tend to favor faculty with significant professional experience (which you seem to have) and postgraduate work of some sort (a master’s degree is often, but not always, the highest degree required). You should be aware, however, that in your preferred subject, math, schools may prefer that faculty possess doctoral degrees, especially in their graduate programs.
The best way to determine whether you’re qualified for online teaching jobs is to peruse individual colleges’ websites. Their “careers” pages indicate faculty positions that are available, what the hiring requirements are, and how to apply.
Your years of experience teaching mathematics in the classroom may not, however, have prepared you for the experience of teaching online. Most online teachers notice a significant difference in the online teaching workload as compared to teaching in the classroom–at least at first. Not only that but you will need to provide a lot more one-on-one feedback to students on your own time, rather than waiting until an appointed class time to address questions. You should be prepared to think about teaching in new ways.
Good luck in your search!
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