In NC, teachers earn a base salary paid by the state. Most counties offer an additional salary supplement on top of that! Your total salary will depend on your location, experience and education level.
Your starting salary, or entry level salary, is how much you'll make in your first year right after you finish your teaching program. The state of North Carolina pays a starting teacher salary of $41,000. Remember, that doesn't include the additional supplement from the county!
Average salary refers to what all teachers make, on average. That includes people who have been in the job for years. North Carolina’s average teacher salary is $58,292. (1)
Want more salary info? Our free Salary & Benefits Guide has salaries from a range of districts all over North Carolina—so you can see specific numbers from your region!
There are many ways to increase your salary, including advanced degrees and certifications, leading extracurriculars and meeting performance benchmarks.
You’ve got options to earn even more as a teacher. Here are a few ways you can boost your pay:
Salary numbers are important, but you may be wondering how teaching compares to other skilled professions.
A North Carolina teacher’s salary is comparable to or even higher than many similar fields. Plus, teachers are contracted to work about 190 days each year, compared with 260 work days in most other fields. (3)
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