Compare Mathematicians & Physics Teachers, Postsecondary District Of Columbia

Comparison Mathematicians Physics Teachers,...
Salary

View the mid-level salary in both your current job and your selected occupation. (Annual salaries apply to people who work full-time year-round.)

Mathematicians Not Available
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary $100,100

Similar skills & knowledge

These skills are commonly used in both your current job and your selected occupation.

Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.

Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.

Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.

Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.

Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.

Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.

Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.

Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.

Learning Strategies
Using the best training or teaching strategies for learning new things.

Instructing
Teaching people how to do something.

Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Speaking
Talking to others.

Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.


skills & knowledge Gaps

These are areas where you might have skill gaps. People working in your selected job generally need higher levels in these skill and knowledge areas than people working in your current job.

Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mathematicians
Mathematicians
Very Low
Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Medium

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Find Training for this Gap

Chemistry Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mathematicians
Mathematicians
Very Low
Chemistry Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Medium

Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Find Training for this Gap

Physics Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mathematicians
Mathematicians
Medium
Physics Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Very High

Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.

Find Training for this Gap


Typical Level Of Training

See how much education people typically have in your selected job, and then use the link to find training programs in your local area.

Typical level Of training for Mathematicians
Mathematicians

Master's degree

Typical level Of training for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

Doctoral or professional degree

Find Training for this Occupation


Licensing

Many states require licenses for certain jobs. See if your selected occupation requires a license and if so, follow the link to find information for your state.

Licensing for Mathematicians
Mathematicians

No license found in District of Columbia

Licensing for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

No license found in District of Columbia


Certification

Certifications help you get ahead or qualify for different jobs. You usually have to pass a test to earn one, and then you can show employers that you have the skills and knowledge needed to do well on the job.

Certification for Mathematicians
Mathematicians

0 related certifications

Certification for Physics Teachers, Postsecondary
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

1 related certifications

Find Certifications