Natural Sciences Teacher

Teaches scientific concepts, practical investigations and problem-solving skills, usually across biology, chemistry, physics and environmental science. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 2 linked programmes across 1 university. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a Natural Sciences Teacher do?

Teaches scientific concepts, practical investigations and problem-solving skills, usually across biology, chemistry, physics and environmental science.

Demand level: Very High

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR300 000 p.a.Mid-levelR420 000 p.a.SeniorR570 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

Science knowledge · EssentialTeaching · EssentialAssessment · ImportantClassroom management · ImportantLaboratory safety · Important
Study routes

Programmes linked to this career

These are some of the programmes currently connected to this career in VX Course Match.

LIFE SCIENCES — University of Johannesburg

PHYSICAL SCIENCE — University of Johannesburg

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What does a Natural Sciences Teacher do?

Teaches scientific concepts, practical investigations and problem-solving skills, usually across biology, chemistry, physics and environmental science.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include Science knowledge, Teaching, Assessment, Classroom management, Laboratory safety.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

2 linked programmes are currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.