eHow launches Android app: Get the best of eHow on the go.
Summary: A high school teacher's salary starts around $29,000 a year and will go up depending on education, bilingual teaching and qualifications in high needs areas like math and science. Find out more about salary for a high school teacher with tips from a high school teacher in this free video on career information.
Diana Gutierrez is a high school English and dance teacher in San Jose, CA.read more
"My name is Deanna Gutierrez and I'm a high school teacher in San Jose. In San Jose starting salary begins anywhere from 29 to 30 thousand. And increases depending on how many units you have post a bachelor's degree. So with every year that you teach it goes up five to 10 percent. If you're bilingual that's also a big plus. In some schools, especially the public charter schools, you'll get a starting bonus of about $5000 each year on top of your normal salary. Other ways that you can increase your salary are getting credentials in multiple subjects. Especially high need areas like math and science. And also if you have any interest in coaching you will also get an extra stipend for that. My name is Deanna Gutierrez and I'm a high school teacher in San Jose."
eHow Article: High School Teacher Salary