Careers in K-12 and Four-Year College Teaching

Learn about physicists sharing their knowledge and passion for science with K-12 students and at four-year colleges.

Bachelor's Degree

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Middy Tilghman
Middy Tilghman's love for whitewater kayaking and adventures has taken him around the globe.
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Mike Long
Physics and comedy? For Mike Long, that’s no joke.
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Thomas Hefner
Thomas' interest in physics and his drive to give back to society led him to teaching high school level physics.

Master's Degree

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Lynett Rock
Lynett Rock, a member of the Cherokee Nation, first learned physics via satellite. Now she teaches college physics and math in person.

Doctorate Degree

Shahida Dar
Shahida Dar
As an Associate Professor at a community college, Shahida focuses on teaching, mentoring, and science outreach especially among female students.

Common Career Paths at Liberal Arts Institutions

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Physics Teachers at Four-Year Colleges

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