/u/FivesG: "It's true, I know smart people who wanted to be teachers but decided against it because they didn't like the pay, how can such an integral job to our society be treated as if it were just a step above fast food?"

Apr 11, 2018 9:16 PM

The lowest paid median salary for teachers in grade school is just $852.00 above an Arby's general manager's median salary. I guess that's technically a step above.

despite what it says the median is HEAVILY influenced by experience. starting salary is shit, less than 30K but it grows next 20-30 years

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 1

In the district I work, the starting salary for a BA is 36,000 plus 11% into the state retirement system. Plus stipends and performance pay.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

i think thats higher than average district. 36K is still lacklustre and skilled academics will not choose that route if economy is a concern

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 1

It's not a large amount, but it's livable. We are a central Phoenix district, very low income population.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Top end of those charts really isn't great either

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

if i remember correctly they can reach 70-80K with various extras. its not wall street money but it more than enough, too much if its auto

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 1

So, you're confusing specific locales with nationwide average here

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 1

no you're confusing can and will

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