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how much do you get paid as a teacher?
I like to read and take photos.I also like to write books and novels. But i think i would like to be a teacher and a photographer i LOVE to draw and sing (even tho i suck at both)i would like to be a TEACHER
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Ellen’s Answer
Hi Esther!
Always nice to hear of a young person interested in going into education. It seems like you have a lot of interests, and the important thing is that you would enjoy sharing your interests with others, especially young people. If so, then teaching might an excellent choice for you.
The answer to your question about teacher salaries is pretty easy to find. For public school teachers, their salaries are usually a matter of public record. You go to a school system's website, go to the employment section, and you'll find a scale or a chart of teachers salaries. You will usually see a chart with a series of "steps"; "Step 1" means what a first year teacher would make, 'Step 2" means what they will make during the second year of teaching, and so on. You might also see a difference between teachers with a Bachelor's degree vs. teachers with a Masters degree. Most, if not all school systems require you to have either a bachelors or a masters in education, and you'll need to be licensed or certified by the state you want to teach in. Each state has its' own requirements, so if you are interested in a certain state, check out the state's education department.
There is no standard salary for teachers nationwide; each school system or county has it's own salary scale. So pick where you think you would like to teach and investigate different school systems. Think about where you would want to live, in a big city, in the suburbs of a big city, in a small town, and so on. You might start by checking your own school system's teachers salaries online (but do not ask your teachers this questions; that would be overstepping.)
Keep in mind that a salary is only part of the picture. You'll also want to look at the benefits that are offered in terms of health plans, sick leave and personal days, and options for retirement savings and pensions. You might find that one school system has higher salaries than a neighboring school system, but the benefits might not be as good. It might be tempting to want to work in a wealthy school system, where the salary might be higher, but you might not be able to afford to live there, which might mean you could have a long commute. Other factors might be class size, school location, and if there is a teachers union. You can also learn alot about a school system by going to their website and looking at what is going on in the system in terms of academics, sports, activities. and so on.
So, when the time comes, you have a lot to consider besides just the salary. However, whatever you choose, you can make a decent living as a teacher; it may not seem like much money to start, but you'll usually get yearly "steps" or raises. As time goes on, it can be a comfortable lifestyle, and one where you will have a great deal of satisfaction in working with young people and sharing your enthusiasm for learning.
I hope this helps. Best wishes!
Always nice to hear of a young person interested in going into education. It seems like you have a lot of interests, and the important thing is that you would enjoy sharing your interests with others, especially young people. If so, then teaching might an excellent choice for you.
The answer to your question about teacher salaries is pretty easy to find. For public school teachers, their salaries are usually a matter of public record. You go to a school system's website, go to the employment section, and you'll find a scale or a chart of teachers salaries. You will usually see a chart with a series of "steps"; "Step 1" means what a first year teacher would make, 'Step 2" means what they will make during the second year of teaching, and so on. You might also see a difference between teachers with a Bachelor's degree vs. teachers with a Masters degree. Most, if not all school systems require you to have either a bachelors or a masters in education, and you'll need to be licensed or certified by the state you want to teach in. Each state has its' own requirements, so if you are interested in a certain state, check out the state's education department.
There is no standard salary for teachers nationwide; each school system or county has it's own salary scale. So pick where you think you would like to teach and investigate different school systems. Think about where you would want to live, in a big city, in the suburbs of a big city, in a small town, and so on. You might start by checking your own school system's teachers salaries online (but do not ask your teachers this questions; that would be overstepping.)
Keep in mind that a salary is only part of the picture. You'll also want to look at the benefits that are offered in terms of health plans, sick leave and personal days, and options for retirement savings and pensions. You might find that one school system has higher salaries than a neighboring school system, but the benefits might not be as good. It might be tempting to want to work in a wealthy school system, where the salary might be higher, but you might not be able to afford to live there, which might mean you could have a long commute. Other factors might be class size, school location, and if there is a teachers union. You can also learn alot about a school system by going to their website and looking at what is going on in the system in terms of academics, sports, activities. and so on.
So, when the time comes, you have a lot to consider besides just the salary. However, whatever you choose, you can make a decent living as a teacher; it may not seem like much money to start, but you'll usually get yearly "steps" or raises. As time goes on, it can be a comfortable lifestyle, and one where you will have a great deal of satisfaction in working with young people and sharing your enthusiasm for learning.
I hope this helps. Best wishes!
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Karin’s Answer
Hi Esther,
Being a teacher can be super fun but also super stressful.
Unfortunitely, teacher salaries are pretty low and Missouri has some of the lowest in the US.
You find a chart here:
https://www.teachercatalina.com/missouri-teachers-salary/
The starting salary for a new teacher with a bachelor is between $41650 and $47000. The average salary in Missouri is $52481.
You find a split by state here:
https://wisevoter.com/state-rankings/teacher-pay-by-state/
Good luck!
KP
Being a teacher can be super fun but also super stressful.
Unfortunitely, teacher salaries are pretty low and Missouri has some of the lowest in the US.
You find a chart here:
https://www.teachercatalina.com/missouri-teachers-salary/
The starting salary for a new teacher with a bachelor is between $41650 and $47000. The average salary in Missouri is $52481.
You find a split by state here:
https://wisevoter.com/state-rankings/teacher-pay-by-state/
Good luck!
KP
Thanks for the advice.
Esther
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Leila’s Answer
Hi Esther,
Most teachers are paid low and of course, it depends on a few criteria including which state you reside in and also the subject that you teach. As far as I know, most music and dance teachers who teach in places outside of schools are paid a bit better than most schools. Plus it needs a bachelor's or master's for specific subjects and again it depends on the state and schools. Most private schools do not require your state certificate for teaching if you already have a bachelor's or master's in specific subjects. You can also check average salary on websites such as Glassdoor, and Salary.com. Hope it is helpful and best of luck to you. (for example, some teaching certificates in California are CSET and CBEST exams are some examples of teaching in elementary and secondary/high school teaching. Look up more on your state education department website).
Most teachers are paid low and of course, it depends on a few criteria including which state you reside in and also the subject that you teach. As far as I know, most music and dance teachers who teach in places outside of schools are paid a bit better than most schools. Plus it needs a bachelor's or master's for specific subjects and again it depends on the state and schools. Most private schools do not require your state certificate for teaching if you already have a bachelor's or master's in specific subjects. You can also check average salary on websites such as Glassdoor, and Salary.com. Hope it is helpful and best of luck to you. (for example, some teaching certificates in California are CSET and CBEST exams are some examples of teaching in elementary and secondary/high school teaching. Look up more on your state education department website).
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James Constantine’s Answer
Hey there, Esther!
Teacher salaries can change based on a bunch of things like where they're teaching, their education level, how many years they've been teaching, and whether they're at a public or private school. Usually, how much a teacher makes is decided by agreements between teachers' unions and schools, state laws, and rules from the local school district.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in the US, as of May 2020, the middle annual salary for elementary school teachers was $60,660. For middle school teachers, it was $61,660, and for high school teachers, it was $62,870. But remember, these numbers can change a lot based on the things I mentioned earlier.
On top of their regular pay, teachers often get extra benefits like health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Some schools even give more money to teachers who have advanced degrees or certifications.
It's also important to remember that what teachers make can be different in other countries. Things like the cost of living and government rules can affect teacher salaries around the world. So, if you're thinking about teaching in another country, it's a good idea to look up information about that specific place.
As for your love of photography and writing books and novels, being a teacher could give you lots of chances to use these passions in your job. Lots of teachers use art and creativity in their lessons to get students excited and help them develop their own artistic skills. Plus, if you're teaching English or literature, you could explore creative writing with your students.
If you want to be a teacher and also keep up with your artistic interests, you might think about becoming an art teacher or an English teacher who focuses on creative writing. These jobs could let you mix your love of teaching with your passion for art and writing.
Here are the top 3 authoritative sources you can check out for more info:
1. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) - www.bls.gov
2. National Education Association (NEA) - www.nea.org
3. U.S. Department of Education - www.ed.gov
Teacher salaries can change based on a bunch of things like where they're teaching, their education level, how many years they've been teaching, and whether they're at a public or private school. Usually, how much a teacher makes is decided by agreements between teachers' unions and schools, state laws, and rules from the local school district.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in the US, as of May 2020, the middle annual salary for elementary school teachers was $60,660. For middle school teachers, it was $61,660, and for high school teachers, it was $62,870. But remember, these numbers can change a lot based on the things I mentioned earlier.
On top of their regular pay, teachers often get extra benefits like health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Some schools even give more money to teachers who have advanced degrees or certifications.
It's also important to remember that what teachers make can be different in other countries. Things like the cost of living and government rules can affect teacher salaries around the world. So, if you're thinking about teaching in another country, it's a good idea to look up information about that specific place.
As for your love of photography and writing books and novels, being a teacher could give you lots of chances to use these passions in your job. Lots of teachers use art and creativity in their lessons to get students excited and help them develop their own artistic skills. Plus, if you're teaching English or literature, you could explore creative writing with your students.
If you want to be a teacher and also keep up with your artistic interests, you might think about becoming an art teacher or an English teacher who focuses on creative writing. These jobs could let you mix your love of teaching with your passion for art and writing.
Here are the top 3 authoritative sources you can check out for more info:
1. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) - www.bls.gov
2. National Education Association (NEA) - www.nea.org
3. U.S. Department of Education - www.ed.gov