<p>I was wondering is it possible to become a high school physics teacher with only a minor in physics? I am a math major and may have the option of picking up a physics minor if I take 2 classes this summer. A physics minor at my school requires 6 classes. I know nothing about what it takes to become a high school teacher even in terms of math. But as a sophomore I've been starting to think more and more about what I want to do after school.</p>
<p>I think you’d just be required to get a teaching certification in the field in order to teach high school level classes. The only skills you’d really need to teach an AP level class are calculus (for math) and up through E&M for physics (so freshman level physics classes). It wouldn’t hurt to know some higher level stuff since it gives you a more fundamental understanding of the basics, but I don’t think it’s necessary.</p>
<p>If you got along well with any of your science teachers in HS I’d recommend dropping them a line and see what they have to say about the requirements in your state.</p>