<p>I understand that the job market is really tough right now, even though many professors at my university advised me that there are jobs out there. I also understand it is a lot of work. For both reasons, I was considering high school teaching up until now. However, I would really prefer to teach at the college level, as well as conduct research.</p>
<p>Tell me if I am wrong, but the conclusion I have come to lately is if the worse case scenario happens and I really cannot find a tenure-track job after graduation, I could always revert to teaching high school (after getting the education certification finished). Although this would not be my preference, I would not mind this as I really do want to teach. Some may say well the PHD was a waste then, but I believe education is never a waste so it would still be quite an accomplishment (even if I am jobless). </p>
<p>mathprof63, what goals are you talking about that would be more rewarding in the long run? I am not sure I understand.</p>