David Hammett
Position:
High school mathematics teacher/department head
Employer:
Oakwood
Salary range:
$40,000-$50,000 (14 yrs experience/Masters)
(Starting salary w/bachelors: approx. $27,000)
Job satisfaction:
I am teaching a variety of courses in the 7-12 curriculum, primarily calculus
and number theory/discrete math to grades 11-12. I also oversee the
mathematics department, in addition to acting as the master scheduler for
the school.
Employment history:
South Cobb High School, Austell, GA
-- Teacher, 1983-1997
-- Department head, 1989-1997
Governor's Honors Program instructor, 1987-1996
Oakwood School, North Hollywood, CA
-- Teacher & department head, 1997-
Suggestions for students:
Suggestions for students: Your first priority should be doing something
you enjoy. Salary and other such concerns are also important, but whenever
possible let your heart come first. Also, don't be afraid to exploit your
mathematical knowhow... it is in short supply these days in many fields.
Miscellaneous comments:
As I move on to my newfound opportunity in California, I will always remember
my experiences here, not the least of which was my fine undergraduate preparation
at UGA. Special thanks to Drs. Penney and Pomerance, whom I had for most
of my courses.
E-mail David
Date of last update: November 28, 2001
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