Maths teachers plan and deliver mathematics curriculum across year levels. Work includes teaching mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills, assessing student understanding and progress, preparing senior students for external examinations, and supporting students who find mathematics challenging. Building genuine confidence in mathematics matters as much as technical content.

You need a teaching degree with mathematics as a specialisation, or a relevant mathematics or science degree combined with a graduate diploma in education. Current teacher registration with your state authority is mandatory. Current teacher registration with your state authority is mandatory throughout Australia.

Mathematics consistently ranks among the most acute teacher shortage subjects nationally, driven by declining university mathematics enrolments and strong competing demand from finance and technology careers for numerate graduates. Strong competing demand from finance and technology also limits available graduates.

Secondary schools across government, Catholic and independent sectors all employ maths teachers, with regional and rural schools often offering additional incentives including relocation support and bonuses to attract qualified teachers. Independent schools also actively recruit strong mathematics specialists nationally.

Teachers progress to head of mathematics faculty roles, then broader curriculum leadership positions. Some pursue curriculum writing for education departments or publishers, tutoring businesses, or university teacher education roles. Strong student outcomes and reputation often accelerate progression into leadership.