You need to be able to get excited when explaining chemistry to others. You will need to be a strong communicator to help students understand concepts, and watch them carefully to notice when they may be struggling.
[header] How to become a chemistry teacher [title] Decide that teaching chemistry is right for you. [step] Being a teacher isn't about learning a subject. It's about being able to pass along that knowledge to others, many of whom won't be as interested as you.